World Health Day 2026
Today, the 7th of April, it is World Health Day. This day is observed every year on the 7th of April, because of the anniversary of the founding of the World Health Organisation in 1948, nearly 80 years ago. This year’s official theme is “Together for health. Stand with science.” The focus is on how science, trust, and international […]
World Autism Awareness Day 2026
Today, 2nd of April, we celebrate World Autism Awareness Day. Today is a good day to use as a reminder to value differences, challenge stereotypes, and promote respect and understanding of autistic individuals. This day is an opportunity to promote better compression, encourage inclusion, and advocate for autistic individuals. It is crucial as a society […]
World Down Syndrome Day 2026
#WorldDownSyndromeDay #DownSyndromeAwareness #LotsOfSocks Every 21st of March is celebrated as Down syndrome Day. Why this date? The date (21/3) symbolises the triplication of the 21st chromosome, which causes Down syndrome. This day aims to raise awareness about Down syndrome and promote inclusion and equal rights for individuals with this condition. 🧦 This day has the symbol […]
World Sleep Day 2026
#WorldSleepDay Today, the 13th of March, it is dedicated to an important topic: Sleep. Today is World Sleep Day, an annual awareness event focused on the importance of healthy sleep and its impact on overall well-being. It is organised annually by the World Sleep Society, and the 2026 theme is “Sleep Well, Live Better”. How […]
Self-Injury Awareness Day 2026
Today, 1st of March, is dedicated to Self-Injury Awareness Day. This can be a difficult topic to talk about, but it is happening, and as therapists, we can see it in many clinical settings. Individuals experiencing certain mental health conditions may engage in self-harm as a way of managing overwhelming emotions or coping with significant […]
International Volunteer Day 2025
Every year, on the 5th of December, the International Volunteer Day is celebrated. This year’s theme is ‘Every Contribution Matters’. It indeed matters; every single contribution is important for making the world a better place. Volunteering makes the world a better place, and it can be a deeply rewarding choice for many reasons. From ASI-Wise, […]
International Day of Disabled Persons
The International Day of Persons with Disabilities is celebrated globally every year on the 3rd of December. The 2025 theme is “Fostering disability-inclusive societies for advancing social progress.” It is important to raise awareness and consider that people with disabilities often have fewer opportunities. They usually face barriers that can limit their access to them, having […]
Less is More: Festive Perinatal Sensory Wellbeing Tips
Our big festive tip for the perinatal season: simplify As you try to navigate this season, try to incorporate and remember some of these tips from our Perinatal Peer Support Group: Remember, babies don’t need “perfect” – they need you. Three gentle practices for today:
Create a ‘Snowball Fight’
An idea for classrooms or therapy spaces… Create a ‘Snowball Fight’ with a sensory twist. Variation: Create “targets” (such as paper cups or buckets) to aim for practising coordination and motor planning. Optional calm-down: Let children collect the snowballs and create a “snow pile,” encouraging proprioceptive input as they lift and place them.
Self-Care Week 2025
Self-Care Week is being celebrated this week, from the 17th to the 23rd of November. This week is annually celebrated in November, and it aims to dedicate time to the importance of maintaining a healthy state. The theme this year is: Mind & body, which encourages us to take a broad approach to our health. The […]