Wheelchair Recipient Assessment Training of trainers in Hanoi

01/10/2013
From August 19th to 21st, 2013, the Vietnam Women’s Union (VWU) cooperated with the Latter – Day Saint Charities (LDSC-USA) to organize a wheelchair recipient assessment training by U.S experts of functional rehabilitation. Attending the training course were staff of the Association for the Support of Vietnamese Handicapped and Orphans (ASVHO), Viethealth and VWU - partners of LDSC in the wheelchairs program for the disabled in Vietnam.

 

The participants were trained o­n the wheelchair recipient assessment process so as to determine a right-sized wheelchair based o­n such data as types of disabilities, health status, and experience using a wheelchair. They also practiced explaining to some disabled guests and their family members how to use and maintain wheelchairs, and how to move themselves or assist in moving someone in wheelchairs in different terrains.

 

 

After the training, participants were equipped with the necessary skills to use wheelchairs safely. They are the o­nes to organize similar training courses for those who directly carry out wheelchair programs and family members of the disabled.

 

The training course was successful as it not o­nly helped participants improve their knowledge and skills, but also raised awareness about the disabled and the challenges they face. To conclude the course, LDSC handed over wheelchairs to the disabled guests.

 

 

Translated by International Relations Department, VWU

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