Sensory Support for Healthcare Settings

We support healthcare settings to create calmer, more accessible spaces for neurodivergent patients and anyone who may benefit from sensory regulation.

This could be a GP waiting room, dental surgery, clinic, treatment room or paediatric setting.

Support does not always need to be complex or expensive. Small, practical adjustments can help reduce overwhelm, support communication and improve the experience for patients, families and staff.

Why sensory resources help in clinical settings

• Reduce anxiety and waiting-room distress with simple, structured distractions.
• Support smoother appointments, blood tests and examinations.
• Improve patient experience for autistic and ADHD patients, learning disability patients, and those with sensory processing differences.
• Offer practical tools staff can use immediately, without specialist training.

Wipe-clean and easy-to-sanitise choices

• Non-porous, wipe-clean materials (e.g. silicone, TPU, vinyl, ABS) suited to frequent cleaning.
• Machine-washable covers and removable sleeves where fabric is preferred.
• Clear manufacturer care guidance; select single-patient items (e.g. chewables) where appropriate.
• Latex-free options available where specified on product pages.

Flexible options to fit your setting

• Waiting Room Calming Pack: compact fidgets, visual timers, ear defenders, simple visual supports.
• Treatment/Phlebotomy Kit: small, wipe-down items for distraction and grounding during procedures.
• Dental Visit Kit: visual schedules, handheld fidgets, lap pads, mirror covers and light-dimming aids.
• Quiet Corner / De-escalation: low-arousal lighting and tactile tools to help patients reset.
• Mobile Sensory Trolley: a moveable unit for shared rooms and clinics with limited space.
• Paediatrics / CAMHS / LD: age-appropriate resources and robust, wipeable picks for high-use areas.

What we can provide

• Fidget tools and chew options (single-patient use where needed).
• Low-arousal lighting and interactive wall panels.
• Weighted lap pads and shoulder wraps (with removable, washable covers where available).
• Compact sensory furniture for quiet corners and family rooms.
• Visual supports and simple tech (timers, visual schedules, communication aids).

Example: Alder Hey Children’s Hospital

Fledglings has supported teams at Alder Hey Children’s Hospital with products and practical ideas for creating more sensory-friendly spaces for children and young people. You can read more here: Creating a Sensory-Friendly Space at Alder Hey.

How it works

1. Tell us your space and priorities: waiting area, treatment room, dental bay, etc., plus budget and cleaning requirements.
2. Receive options: a shortlist of wipe-clean products or ready-made kits, with lead times.
3. Set up and iterate: start small, add or swap items as you learn what works for your team and patients.

Ordering and delivery

• We accept Purchase Orders and supply VAT invoices.
• Need help choosing? Email us and we can suggest practical options for your setting.

FAQs

• Can you work to a fixed budget? Yes. We can prioritise essentials now and plan add-ons later.
• Are the items suitable for frequent cleaning? Yes. We recommend wipe-clean and washable selections and share the maker’s cleaning guidance for each item.
• Can we order by PO? Yes. Practices, clinics and NHS departments can order via PO.
• Do you offer latex-free options? Where a product is specified as latex-free on its page, we’ll flag it in your shortlist.

Start a conversation

Purchase Orders accepted for schools and NHS organisations. Contact us if you need a quote.

Email: enquiries@fledglings.org.uk