Specialist Dementia Unit – QLD Health, Mackay Hospital, Queensland
Rocking Chair – Supporting Emotional Regulation and Sensory Needs
Our Australian Made Rocking Chair is purposefully designed to support residents with sensory processing needs, emotional regulation challenges, and disabilities.
Trusted by Occupational Therapists, this rocking chair offers a gentle, calming motion that promotes relaxation and self-soothing for adults, particularly those living with dementia, autism, anxiety, or other cognitive or sensory disabilities.
The Roki chair combines comfort, safety, and durability. The supportive high back, armrests, and smooth rocking action make it an ideal solution for anyone who benefits from rhythmic movement as part of their sensory regulation plan.
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This rocking chair for disability support is ideal for use in therapy rooms, quiet spaces, lounges, or resident bedrooms.
Looking for a therapeutic rocking chair to support emotional regulation? Contact us today to discuss custom fabric options and delivery across Australia.
Read more: Rocking Chairs for Dementia: The Therapeutic Benefits.
Yes — for people in the early to middle stages. Research from the University of Rochester found regular rocking reduced anxiety, depression and pain, and improved balance. Rocking chairs are generally not recommended for people with advanced dementia.
In the study, benefits were seen with anywhere from 30 minutes up to 2.5 hours a day. The residents who rocked more than around 80 minutes daily saw the biggest improvements in mood and distress.
A purpose-built aged care rocking chair with a stable base and supportive arms is designed for safe use. As with any furniture, suitability depends on the individual — a trial is the best way to check.
In the Rochester study, residents who rocked the most asked for pain medication less often. Researchers linked this to the calming, endorphin-releasing effect of the motion.
Watson, N. M., Wells, T. J., & Cox, C. (1998). Rocking chair therapy for dementia patients: its effect on psychosocial well-being and balance. American Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease and Other Dementias, 13(6), 296-308.
University of Rochester, “As Elders Rock, Emotional Burden Of Dementia Eases.” ScienceDaily, 1 May 1998.
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Aged care and healthcare environments need suitable fabrics - antibacterial, antimicrobial, bleach cleanable. Whether you are looking for an easy to wipe vinyl, or bright and bold aged care appropriate fabrics, we have included a huge selection to choose from.
A piece of furniture from Wentworth Care Furniture is an investment into the future. With proper furniture care it can last the facility or home a long time. Regular cleaning and maintenance is recommended to extend the life of your furniture.
The Australian climate can be drastic, so it is always good to remember that the heat and sunlight can impact the furniture, especially interior fabrics. We recommend placing some distance from direct sunlight or heat sources to ensure your fabrics remain vibrate for years and years. However, our outdoor furniture ranges are designed to withstand the harsh Australian climate. We recommend wiping the surfaces of our fabrics regularly with a cloth.
For our bed ranges, we recommend cleaning the metal surfaces first before using a damp cloth to remove any residue. An abrasive cloth is not recommended for metal surfaces. If you have any questions or would like more furniture care tips, please reach out to us here. Beds need to be serviced annually to ensure all functions are working correctly. If you don’t have a qualified service agent, please contact us so that we can organise this for you.
If you are looking for information about use of your bed or furniture, we have manuals available here.
The best way to clean timber furniture is with a damp cloth using a mild detergent. Timber furniture should be wiped over with a dry cloth after wiping, so that it is never wet. Do not use abrasive or harsh chemicals on timber furniture.
It is important to clean according to the manufacturer's instructions, many of which can be found here.
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