MOVE (Mobility Opportunities Via Education/Experience) helps children and adults with severe disabilities acquire more abilities (and independence) to sit, stand, walk and transition. This is achieved through instruction and adaptive equipment.

With these increased abilities, there is: 1) better health, 2) less burden for care providers to move or lift people, 3) more dignity, and 4) new opportunities for fuller participation and inclusion in family life, school and community. Life is no longer relegated to a bean bag, floor mat, wheelchair or bed.

Is there a Book?

Yes.. actually 2 books. One is the MOVE Curriculum for children and the other is the MOVE for Adults Program Manual. Both books are very practical with an easy-to-use method to set goals and to measure and document improvements in sitting, standing and walking skills.

Is MOVE training available?

Yes... a two-day MOVE Basic Provider training can be set up by MOVE International in your local area. Contact the MOVE International office. 

A Basic Provider training is for anyone who works with the child or adult with motor disabilities, i.e. teacher, therapist, aide, nurse, parent/guardian, etc.

Basic Provider training teaches attendees 1) how to use the six steps of the MOVE Program, 2) how to test and assess students/clients and then design an individualized MOVE program, 3) how to use equipment and common furniture as instructional tools.

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