Case Studies
The MOVE Programme can make a huge difference to the lives of disabled children and adults by helping to increase independent mobility and leading to healthier and happier lives. Read just some of the stories of those who have benefitted, from both individuals and schools using the programme.
Individuals on the MOVE Programme
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Amelie, 6 – Global Development Delay
The combination of Amelie’s disabilities meant that before she started on the MOVE Programme she was unable to feed herself and drank from a bottle. She was frequently distressed and became upset every time she experienced a change of position. After gaining access to the MOVE Programme Amelie has developed into a happy and contented little girl with improved mobility.
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April, 18 - Cerebral Palsy and Hydrocephaly
Before the MOVE Programme April was completely dependent on her care team – a passive observer of the world around her. After four years on the MOVE Programme April was able to walk on her own and even go up and down stairs.
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When starting school Brandon could only maintain his sitting balance for 30 seconds, he needed a fully supportive standing frame to help him to stand, and he was hoisted for all transfers. Brandon was also a regular visitor to the children’s hospital, due to ill health linked with his disability. Since using the MOVE Programme it has been years since he stayed in hospital. Brandon’s progress also means that he now sits and stands independently and he can even walk with minimal assistance for a few steps.
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When Edward was born, doctors told his parents he would never even be able to lift his head for himself. Through the MOVE Programme he started to sit, stand and eventually walk. Edward is now enjoying his independence in a residential college, experiencing the same freedoms as any other young man his age.
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Jack, 13 – Moebius Syndrome
Before starting on the MOVE Programme Jack was unable to move independently and was reliant on a wheelchair for any movement. Jack is now independently mobile and carrying out charity walks and runs to raise vital funds for MOVE Europe!
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Katie, 14 – Cerebral Palsy and Epilepsy
When Katie started at Drummond School she could net even lift her head and spent the majority of her time in a wheelchair, unable to do anything for herself, she was fully dependent on others. Katie was placed on the MOVE Programme, and due to the difference this has made to her mobility, Katie has become happier, more confident and smiles a lot more. Katie now holds her head up well and is able to sit on the floor unaided. When assisted she can stand for 30 minutes, not only improving her mobility but also boosting her sense of achievement.
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Before accessing the MOVE Programme Oliver spent all day either lying on the floor or strapped into a chair, completely unaware of his own body. He now uses a supportive walker to move around independently. The MOVE Programme has given him a chance to more actively participate in the world around him.
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The MOVE Programme supports individuals with complex learning difficulties and disabilities, and most importantly, no one is considered too disabled to take part. These are just some of MOVE’s success stories, there are many more from a whole range of different disabilities and levels of mobility. For your tailored information pack and more information on how MOVE can help your child, or the individuals you work with, please contact us.
Schools/Centres
The MOVE Programme not only has an impact on those accessing the programme but also the schools and centres using the MOVE Programme.
St Nicholas School itself has gained much from implementing the MOVE Programme. The school received ‘Outstanding’ for ‘Care, Guidance and Support’ in its recent Ofsted inspection, where its use of the MOVE Programme was mentioned in its grading as being a positive. As a group, the staff have also benefited from the MOVE Programme. It is positive for the collective spirit of the staff to see the results of the programme in the children's lives and bring the whole school together, helping to improve cross-disciplinary working.
Beeslack implemented the MOVE Programme after it identified that the functional skills, educational participation and inclusion of their pupils who have additional needs would be improved by the programme. It’s a solution to many of the problems of inclusion and increased educational performance of the children who have physical disabilities. MOVE is a team based activity so you never stand alone and it helps to foster trans-disciplinary work. Ultimately, the MOVE Programme is leaving a lasting legacy for both the school and the children.
To see the MOVE Programme in action in a school/centre setting MOVE Centres of Excellence are open to visits from interested parties.
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