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greenpower scooter and Safety Concerns Power mobility improves participation in daily activities and recreation for those in long term care. These devices also raise security concerns that need to be addressed. Instead of excluding residents who have certain diagnoses from use of power mobility that could be considered risk management that is prejudicial, the majority of participants preferred to take a teleological approach and let all residents try out the power mobility device. Mobility A power mobility device is a method for people with limited mobility to move around in their home or community and participate in activities of daily living that they would not be able to participate in. These devices can cause danger not only to the individual using them but also to others who are in their environment. Occupational therapists must be aware of the safety requirements of each client prior to making recommendations about powered mobility. In a study that was conducted by OTs at three residential care facilities of the Vancouver Coastal Health Authority, qualitative interviews were conducted with residents to determine their use of power mobility. The aim was to develop a framework that could allow for client-centred power movement prescribing. The findings revealed four main themes: (1) the meaning of power mobility, (2) learning the rules of the road, (3) red flags concerning safety, and (4) solutions. Power mobility can enhance the quality of life for those with limited mobility. This is due to the fact that it allows them to participate in daily activities at home as well as in the community. Participation in self-care or leisure activities, as well as productive ones is essential to physical and mental health for older adults and for a lot of people with chronic illnesses power mobility is an opportunity to continue taking part in these important activities. The majority of participants felt it was unacceptable to remove the resident's chair since this would cause a major disruption in their life story or trajectory and essentially prevent them from pursuing the same activities that they used to do prior to the progression of their illness. This was particularly true for those in the Facility 1, who had been in a position to use their power chairs for short durations and were forced to rely on other residents to help them move around the facility. Another solution would be to reduce the speed that some residents drive their chairs. However it could create various issues like privacy and the impact on the rest of the community. Ultimately, removing the chair of a resident was deemed the most drastic and least preferred solution to safety concerns. Safety Power mobility allows people to move more easily. They can also participate in a greater variety of activities, as well as do around on their own. With increased mobility comes an increased chance of accidents. For some, these accidents can cause serious injuries to themselves or others. It is crucial to consider the safety of your clients before recommending the use of power mobility. First check whether your client is able to safely use their power chair or scooter. This may include an examination of the physical by a doctor or occupational therapist or a mobility specialist, depending on the nature of your client's disability as well as their current health. In green power scooter will require a lift for their vehicle to be capable of loading and unloading the mobility device at home, workplace or community. Learning the rules of road safety is another aspect of safety. This includes sharing space, with other pedestrians, wheelchair users, and drivers of buses or cars. The majority of participants in the study discussed this topic. For some it meant learning to use their wheelchairs on sidewalks instead of driving through busy areas or over curbs (unless specifically designed for doing such). Others drove more slowly and kept an eye out for pedestrians in an area that was crowded. The last and least preferred option, which was to remove the wheelchair of a person, was seen as a double-punishment that would result in the loss of mobility, and also preventing them from participating in community and facility activities. This was the opinion of most participants who had their chairs removed and included Diane and Harriet. Other solutions that were suggested by the participants included educating other residents as well as family members and staff on the proper operation of power mobility. This could include teaching the basics of driving (such as the right side to walk on in the hallway) as well as encouraging residents to practice driving skills when they leave and assisting them to be aware of how their actions affect the mobility of other people. Follow-Up The ability of a child and their willingness to participate in life can be greatly affected by a device that can power them. However, very there isn't much research on the experiences of children who are learning to use this equipment. This study uses an approach that is pre-post to study the impact of 6 months of use using one of four early power mobility devices on the children in school with severe cerebral palsy (CP). Qualitative interviews were conducted with 15 parents and pediatric occupational and physical therapists. Thematic analysis identified three major themes. The first, 'Power and mobility,' described how the use of powered devices affected more than just a child's motor skills. The experience of learning how to operate a powered mobility device is often an emotional and transformative one. The second theme, 'There isn't a recipe book,' showed that the process of learning how to use the power mobility device was a bespoke process that unfolded over time in a cyclical manner. Therapists were asked to decide what was appropriate in light of the child's capabilities and requirements. Through the training and post-training phases, therapists were expected to be patient with children and parents. Therapists and parents alike emphasized the need to help families celebrate their achievements and address issues related to the training process. The third theme, “Shared space”, examined how the use of the power device can affect the lives of others. The majority of the participants in this study believed that people should be considerate when using a power device. This is especially important when driving in public spaces. Participants also said that they've seen instances where property of someone else's was damaged due to the use of a power mobility device, or a person has been injured by a motorist who didn't yield the right of way. The results of this study suggest that socialization and power mobility training for preschoolers with CP can be carried out in a variety of classroom environments. Future research should continue to examine the effectiveness of training and outcomes for this type of intervention in children with CP. This will hopefully lead more standardized training protocols for children who have CP.