Neurodiverse South
Specialist toy lending collection
This new and updated toy collection caters for neurodiverse children, teens and adults and those with more significant needs - improving the library experience.
Each branch will stock basic developmental items.
More specialised toys will be housed in our 3 larger libraries, Tallaght, Ballyroan and North Clondalkin Library (covering areas such as language, communication, fine motor, gross motor, play & life etc)
This specialised collection has been funded through the Community Recognition Fund.
A complete catalogue of stock can be viewed here (updated December 2023)
Quiet Time at Your Library
Each library provides a quiet time. During this time, the building will be a designated quiet space, and sensory items and toys will be available for Library customers to use.
Social Stories
Available in each library.
Tovertafel Table
The Magic Table (Tovertafel) is a fun care innovation designed for use by patrons with autism, additional learning needs dementia or cognitive impairment. Interactive light games are projected onto a table and infrared sensors respond to arm movements of players.
JAM card
Staff trained in JAM card awareness.
