The Sensory Balance
App for Caregivers
Developed by occupational therapists to help caregivers promote calm, focus & readiness.
The Sensory Balance
The Sensory Balance
App for Caregivers
Developed by occupational therapists to help caregivers promote calm, focus & readiness.
From Resistance
to Readiness
The Sensory Workout Program is a step-by-step method to help the brain regulate, focus, and learn through movement and sensory input.
Each session follows a clear path — from observation to integration — turning neuroscience into daily practice.
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Core Benefits
- Reduces overwhelm and supports a regulated nervous system
- Builds readiness for learning, communication, and daily activities
- Turns stressful moments into opportunities for connection
Repeat & Grow
- Guided sensory routines backed by neuroscience
- Short warm-ups that “prime” the brain for better responses
- Repetition strengthens healthy pathways through neuroplasticity
What You’ll See Over Time
- More calm and emotional balance
- Improved focus and participation
- Fewer meltdowns or shutdowns
- Better communication and relationships
Who It’s For
- Parents & caregivers
- Occupational therapists & allied health professionals
- Educators & support staff
- Families supporting neurodiverse individuals or elders
How It Work
Stage 1: Observe & Understand
Every journey starts with observation. Before beginning, caregivers learn to “read” the nervous system by noticing patterns.
Ask yourself:
- What triggers overwhelm?
- What calms or engages?
- Does the person seek movement or avoid touch?
This helps you decide whether to start with Calming or Alerting activities.
Calming Activities
Use when the person is overstimulated, anxious, or unable to settle.
Examples:- Deep pressure (firm hugs, weighted blankets)
- Slow, rhythmic movement (rocking, swinging)
- Gentle sounds (soft music, nature sounds)
Alerting Activities
Use when the person is sluggish, disengaged, or “checked out.”
Examples:- Fast, unpredictable movement (bouncing, dancing)
- Surprising textures (ice cubes, textured materials)
- Upbeat sounds (clapping, drumming)
This step brings the nervous system to a “just right” state — calm, alert, and ready to engage.
Stage 2: Build the Sensory Workout
Once balanced, the workout begins. Each session follows four key components — a complete routine for the brain and body.
Sensory Motor
Goal:Wake up the senses and prepare the body for action.
Activities:Bean bag toss, drumming, animal walks.
Why it matters:Builds body awareness and readiness to focus.
Oculomotor
Goal:Train the eyes to lead the body.
Activities:Tracking bubbles, flashlight games, hidden object searches.
Why it matters:Strengthens attention, coordination, and reading skills.
Core Workout
Goal:Integrate movement, vision, and cognition.
Activities:Color-sequence jumps, cone-ball games, balance challenges.
Why it matters:Turns new brain connections into functional skills.
Stage 3: Follow-Up Activities
This final, targeted task primes the now-regulated brain for whatever comes next in the day. You strategically choose an activity to target either logical or creative thinking.
Left Brain Activities
Left-Brain Activities develops FOCUS to help:
- Improve concentration on detailed tasks
- Follow complex instructions precisely.
- Enhance logical thinking and analysis.
- Boost memory for facts and sequences.
- Promote calm and organized thinking.
Right Brain Activities
Right Brain Activities develops CREATIVITY to help:
- Solve problems in new ways
- Generate new ideas and think outside the box.
- Engage in imaginative and creative play.
- Understand emotions and empathize.
- See the big picture and make connections.
SensoryFit.app is already available in the
App Store and Google Play.
Official SensoryFit.app Training Program
Become a SWP Certified Sensory Support
Take our free, online SensoryFit.app training and learn how to set up, run, and adapt sessions effectively. Earn your “Sensory Workout Program Certified Sensory Support” digital certificate.
Click here to start the course!
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