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Sensory Corner

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Name
Sensory Corner
Category
Mobility aids & useful products
Address
15 a
169 Harris Road
East Tāmaki
Auckland 2013
Postal Address
Po Box 17057
Greenlane
Auckland 1546
Regions
Nationwide
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Rachel Cheung - 0211621988
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Sensory Corner is a supplier of sensory and motor therapy equipment in New Zealand. Our mission is to make sensory and motor therapy equipment available for all in New Zealand. We seek to supply equipment to help increase/maintain independent function to enable individuals to live active and purposeful lives. Our aim is to source quality products from around the world and bring them together in one catalogue.

Sensory Corner specialises in manufacturing weighted products such as weighted products such as blankets, animals, and babies. We supply to hospitals, retirement villages, rest homes, and residential and community care facilities nationwide.

We are always interested in your feedback are always looking for new ideas. If you can't find what you are looking for in our catalogue, please feel free to contact us, we'd love to hear from you.

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Testimonials
Testimonials
"I recently purchased the Weighted Dog Bichon 1.5kg for my mother, who has advanced dementia, and it has been a wonderful addition. This realistic, fluffy white plush dog is soft, comforting, and has a lifelike feel due to its weight. My mother adores it, and it has significantly improved her mood. I highly recommend this product for providing comfort and companionship to loved ones with dementia."

Shane (May 2024)

"We placed the order and received our beautiful Cat, Dog and Baby doll the next day for our clients in the Private Hospital. We took them into the lounge and the faces of our clients just lit up. It was just great to see them reaching out wanting to hold them. One client, who hadn't been communicating or opening her eyes was found singing to the baby doll. Another had the dog all wrapped up in a blanket to keep it warm and was warning all others to stay away from it and the cat found a home with another client who just couldn't get over how beautiful her eyes were. We decided to order three more for our Rest Home clients as we were really pleased with the results we saw in the clients in the hospital. They are the perfect weight for the elderly. One client's family member is now wanting us to order one especially for her brother as he used to love cats and she thinks he will respond well to having something he can have sitting on his lap to pat again."

Many thanks for the quick delivery

Marina H

Updated: 14 Oct 2024

Suburbs/Districts/Towns Serviced
Suburbs/Districts/Towns Serviced
Our products are available online via our website www.sensorycorner.co.nz. We courier to all areas of New Zealand.

Updated: 23 Sep 2024

Meeting the needs of older people
Meeting the needs of older people
Our sensory products are useful for reducing stress and anxiety. Our weighted blankets and weighted animals have been particularly popular for use with people with Dementia, helping to bring about a sense of calm and relaxation. The weighted animals help with connection and companionship, while the weight in the animal brings sense of presence, grounding and calm.

Updated: 23 Sep 2024

Payment
Payment
Payment Status Details
Payment required Yes
Subsidy may be available Yes If eligible, funding for equipment through ACC, Ministry of Health or Individualised Funding may be accessed.

Updated: 15 Dec 2023

Languages Spoken
Languages Spoken
Language Status Details
English Yes

Updated: 27 Feb 2025

Equipment & Products
Equipment & Products
Equipment & Products Status Details
Equipment/Aids Yes Weighted/sensory Blankets, weighted animals, aids for daily living, Fidget products.

Updated: 24 Mar 2025

Equipment Options
Equipment Options
Equipment Options Status Details
Purchase Yes We specialise in sensory equipment such as weighted blankets, weighted animals and aids for daily living.

Updated: 23 Sep 2024

ACC
ACC
ACC Status Details
Approved Yes We are an approved supplier to ACC for equipment. Please seek advice from your Needs Assessor or ACC Case Manager.

Updated: 23 Sep 2024

Specialities or Areas of Expertise
Specialities or Areas of Expertise
Specialities or Areas of Expertise Status Details
ACC Rehabilitation Yes We are an approved supplier for rehabilitation equipment.
Other Specialties Yes We specialise sensory equipment to support mental health, in particular reducing anxiety and stress related symptoms.

Updated: 23 Sep 2024

What's New
What's New
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Sensory is for Everyone

When people hear the terms sensory input or sensory regulation, they often associate it with children—particularly those with sensory processing challenges or neurodiverse needs. Sensory play, therapy tools, and weighted blankets are commonly marketed for kids who need support with focus, emotional regulation, or calming strategies. However, sensory input is a fundamental part of human life at all ages. We all engage in sensory activities daily—often without realising that they help us regulate our emotions, focus, and overall well-being.

Why do we associate sensory with children?

Children are naturally more expressive in their sensory needs. A child might seek movement by jumping on a trampoline, crave deep pressure through hugs, or feel overwhelmed by loud noises in a crowded place. Because sensory needs are more obvious in childhood to those living or working with them, interventions such as sensory-friendly classrooms, therapy swings, or fidget toys are widely recognised as tools for kids. But what happens when kids grow up?

How Adults use Sensory Input for Regulation

Even if we don’t think about it, we constantly seek out sensory experiences to help us stay balanced. Here are some common ways people regulate through sensory input:

  • Deep Pressure & Weighted Input: Many people wrap themselves in a heavy blanket at night to sleep better or seek out a firm hug when feeling overwhelmed. Some even enjoy the pressure of compression clothing or firm handshakes, which provide grounding sensations.
  • Movement & Vestibular Input Rocking in a chair, stretching after sitting too long, pacing while on the phone, or even going for a run are all ways adults regulate through movement.
  • Oral Sensory Input: Chewing gum, sipping a warm drink, eating crunchy snacks, or even biting nails are ways we engage with oral sensory input to focus or self-soothe.
  • Tactile Sensory Input: Rubbing soft fabrics, playing with stress balls, clicking pens, or touching smooth stones can help regulate the nervous system. Many people wear comfortable clothing that satisfies their need for soft or breathable textures.
  • Auditory & Visual Sensory Input: Listening to music, using noise-cancelling headphones, dimming the lights, or watching calming videos are ways people manage their auditory and visual environment to maintain comfort and focus.

Recognising Sensory Needs for a Better Life

By understanding that sensory input isn’t just for children, we can better support ourselves and others in maintaining emotional and physical well-being. The next time you catch yourself rocking in a chair, squeezing a pillow, or reaching for a stress ball, recognise that your body is seeking sensory input. Paying attention to what feels good or overwhelming can help you create a sensory-friendly environment that supports your daily life.

Sensory needs don’t disappear with age. They simply become less obvious to observers. But once we recognise them, we can use them to our advantage at every stage of life. Sensory regulation is a lifelong need for all.

Feel free to contact us on 0800 34 34 38 for further information or sales@sensorycorner.co.nz.

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Updated: 16 Jun 2025