Play Therapy Pods
Free loan of specialist toys
Newlife offers the free loan of specialist toys to families who have disabled and terminally ill children.
The Play Therapy Pods are a box of sensory toys, that can be delivered direct to the family’s door. We don’t means test, so specialist play pods are always provided on the basis of need.
Children learn about the world around them through play, and families can often learn a lot about their child’s needs through use of specialist toys. They can also encourage learning, improve relaxation, give enjoyment and distract from pain.
87% of families report the specialist toys improved relationships.
82% of parents had a better understanding of their child’s needs.
77% enjoyed quality time as a family though play with appropriate toys
There are different categories of play pods to choose from, depending on the child’s age, physical and learning abilities, and medical needs.
What’s in the Sensory Pod? Suitable from birth
What’s in the Sensory Pod? Suitable from birth
What’s in the Adventure Pods? Suitable from 18 months
What’s in the Adventure Pods? Suitable from 18 months
What’s in the Discovery Pods? Suitable from 3 years
What’s in the Discovery Pods? Suitable from 3 years
What’s in the Explorer Pods? Suitable from 5 years
What’s in the Explorer Pods? Suitable from 5 years
Applying for a Play Therapy Pod
You must meet all of our eligibility criteria:
- Child or young person is under 19 years of age
- Child or young person is a resident in the UK
- Child or young person has a significant physical, behavioural or learning disability which affects their daily life.