MOVE™ (Mobility Opportunities Via Experience)
MOVE™ International (Mobility Opportunities Via Experience) MOVE International is an activity-based program designed to improve independence and overall quality of life. Through the program, individuals of all ages and cognitive levels acquire motor skills for sitting, standing, walking, and transitioning utilizing equipment such as adaptive chairs, standers, and gait trainers. MOVE International is suitable for any individual with a disability who needs assistance in these areas, regardless of age or cause of disability.
MOVE is a philosophy and a way of life. It’s a proven practice that individuals with multiple disabilities can learn to:
Sit
To eat participate in activities, education, and even employment.
Stand
Such as washing at a sink, food prep, and upright toileting.
Walk
To move to participate in play or complete tasks — with & without support.
Transition
From bed to chair, sitting to standing, etc.
Burbridge School In Western Australia Dedicated As A Move Model Site On March 10, 2023
Burbridge School is the second MOVE Model Site in Australia. Becoming a MOVE Model Site is not an easy endeavor.
MOVE Basic Provider Training In Puerto Rico
Thank you to Loh Medical, for sponsoring a MOVE Basic Provider training in Puerto Rico.
Rise Learning Center, Indianapolis, In Connects With World Rugby Shop
Todd, our Adaptive PE teacher was able to secure 2 new brightly colored Rugby balls from World Rugby Shop for our students.
MOVE™ History
1980s
1980
The MOVE Program was developed by D. Linda Bidabe, a special education teacher, to address the lack of mobility skills among students with severe disabilities. It quickly expanded to neighboring school districts.
1990s
1991
In 1991, the first MOVE curriculum was published.
1994
MOVE International as a nonprofit organization was established in 1994.
2000s
2004
In 2004, the program extended its focus to adults with disabilities, starting with a successful pilot program at Chesapeake Care in Maryland. Thousands of teachers, therapists, support staff, family members, and administrators worldwide have been trained as MOVE Basic Providers to assist individuals with disabilities. The MOVE Program has proven effective in enhancing the quality of life for individuals, their families, and support providers.
2020s
2022
In 2022, The Center had the opportunity to acquire MOVE International and expand the abilities of our innovative programming.
Questions? Contact MOVE™ International
Christine Sarnacki
314 S. Manning Blvd.
Albany, NY, 12208
518-437-5657
christine.sarnacki@cfdsny.org