Fidget Toy – Puffer Ring
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A tactile fidget toy for seniors who benefit from hands-on sensory engagement, the Fidget Toy – Puffer Ring has a feathery, rubbery texture that can be pulled, twisted, and stretched. Available in two sizes, with the smaller ring fitting over the wrist as a sensory bracelet. Suitable for use in aged care and day programs.
The Fidget Toy – Puffer Ring is a fidget toy for seniors that provides tactile stimulation through hands-on handling. Its feathery, rubbery texture responds to pulling, twisting, and stretching, giving residents something purposeful to do with their hands during quieter moments or structured activity sessions.
Using the puffer ring as a sensory fidget activity
Activity coordinators and carers can offer the Puffer Ring during one-to-one time, seated group activities, or as a calming aid between sessions. The smaller ring fits over the wrist, which can suit residents who respond well to wearable sensory items. For those exploring fidget toys squishy in texture, the Puffer Ring’s soft, flexible feel helps handle regardless of grip strength.
Key details at a glance:
- Feathery, rubbery texture that can be pulled, twisted, and stretched
- Available in two sizes — large and small
- Small ring fits over the wrist as a sensory bracelet
- Suitable for individual or group sensory use in aged care settings
- Wrist wear: Place the small ring on a resident’s wrist so they can fidget with it independently throughout the day without needing to hold it.
- Stretch and pass: In a small group, pass the ring around and invite each person to stretch or twist it before handing it on — a simple, low-pressure group activity.
- Texture exploration: Use the ring alongside other tactile items in a sensory tray, encouraging residents to compare textures and describe how each one feels.
- Hand exercise prompt: Incorporate the ring into a gentle hand and finger movement session, using the resistance of the material to guide simple stretching movements.
- Material: Feathery, rubbery construction
- Available sizes: Large and small
- Large ring diameter: 12 cm
- Small ring diameter: 6 cm
- Wrist fit: Small ring can be worn on the wrist as a sensory bracelet
- Format: Physical product