We are often asked about the Story Massage Programme for adults. Is it suitable? Three Best Practice Winners share their positive experiences.
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A teacher explains the practical implications (and the solutions) for introducing Story Massage to a class of children with PMLD.
Continue readingLooking for ideas for positive touch activities for visually impaired pupils? You’ll love this Story Dance Massage!
Continue readingHere is an example of a massage story about going to the dentist. It has been written by play therapists to help children with exploring difficult emotions.
Continue readingSeeking consent to touch is integral to the Story Massage Programme. We look at how sharing massage stories can help teach appropriate touch.
Continue readingInterested in online training in the Story Massage Programme? Here are some answers to your frequently asked questions.
Continue readingHere is a round-up of some of the top ten benefits of massage stories for autistic children.
Continue readingSophie explains how she has helped her daughter with PMLD cope with bereavement through positive touch and poetry.
Continue readingStory Massage is an integral part of the emotional and well-being curriculum at the Early Focus Project in Dublin. We find out the top five benefits.
Continue readingCongratulations to our latest Junior Best Practice Winner, five year old Ben. Read how Ben and his mother enjoy the Story Massage Programme together.
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