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Transform your home into a safe, immersive therapy space with the Meta Quest 3S. Available in 128GB or 256GB capacities, this Mixed Reality headset is a cutting-edge piece of assistive technology that bridges the digital and physical worlds. It allows NDIS participants to engage in gamified rehabilitation, practice social skills in safe environments, and access immersive therapeutic content from the comfort of their own home.
Virtual Reality (VR) and Mixed Reality (MR) are rapidly becoming essential tools for capacity building. The Quest 3S supports NDIS goals by:
Facilitating Exposure Therapy & Anxiety Management: The headset allows users to practice navigating stressful real-world scenarios (like catching a bus, ordering coffee, or being in a crowd) in a controlled, safe digital environment. This builds confidence and reduces anxiety before attempting the task in the real world.
Gamifying Physical Rehab & Motor Skills: Use the Touch Plus controllers to engage in fun, active movements. "Exergaming" promotes gross motor movement, range of motion, and fine motor precision (hand-eye coordination) without the tedium of standard repetitive exercises.
Enhancing Social Skills: VR social platforms provide a low-stakes environment for neurodivergent individuals to practice conversation, eye contact, and social cues with others, reducing the fear of rejection or social burnout.
Safety via Mixed Reality (Passthrough): Unlike older VR headsets that block out the world, the Quest 3S features high-fidelity colour Passthrough. This allows the user to see their physical physical surroundings (like furniture or carers) while interacting with digital objects. This is crucial for users with sensory processing needs who may feel anxious if fully cut off from their environment.
Two Storage Options:
128GB: Ideal for users focusing on a specific set of therapy apps and streaming content.
256GB: Perfect for users who want a large library of diverse experiences, heavy apps, and offline content without needing to manage storage constantly.
Lightweight & Wireless Comfort: The slim, balanced design eliminates trip hazards (no cables) and reduces neck strain during sessions. The weight is distributed evenly, making it comfortable for extended therapy or relaxation sessions.
Intuitive Hand Tracking: Put the controllers down and use your own hands to navigate. This is excellent for users with grip strength issues or for therapy tasks that require natural hand movements.
Precision Touch Plus Controllers: When precision is needed, the ergonomic controllers provide realistic haptic feedback (vibrations), adding a tactile sensory dimension to the experience.
High-Resolution Clarity: Life-like graphics and rich spatial audio create a convincing environment, which is essential for the brain to engage fully in exposure therapy or mindfulness exercises.
This item is a higher-value assistive technology investment. While it serves many "Low Cost" goals, its price point may classify it differently depending on your plan. It is commonly claimed under:
Capital Supports - Assistive Technology for Recreation: 05_222718811_0103_1_2
Capacity Building - Improved Daily Living: If deemed a therapeutic resource by an OT.
We strongly recommend consulting with your Support Coordinator or Allied Health Professional to write a supporting letter explaining how this specific device achieves your therapy goals.
Brand: Meta
Model: Quest 3S
Storage Capacity: 128GB or 256GB
Display: 4K+ Infinite Display (2064 x 2208 pixels per eye)
Processor: Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2
Audio: Integrated Stereo Speakers with 3D Spatial Audio
Weight: Approx. 515 g
Connectivity: Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2
Tracking: Inside-out tracking (no external sensors needed)
Battery: Up to 2.5 hours runtime (application dependent)
1 x Meta Quest 3S Headset (128GB or 256GB)
2 x Touch Plus Controllers (with AA batteries)
1 x Charging Cable & Power Adapter
1 x Glasses Spacer (pre-installed)