SHIFT’s first-of-its-kind curriculum and accreditation process were created to support organizations and staff within the intellectual and developmental disabilities field as they work to adopt a Technology First culture. A Technology First approach is essential to helping people with disabilities live their most independent, productive lives possible. The supportive care of trained humans paired with the modern benefits of technology leads to positive outcomes.
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A MODEL
A model placing priority on the inclusion of technology as a natural support for self-determination and independence in the community
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A CULTURE
A culture indicating that an entity embraces technology and related services to empower community-supported living
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A MOVEMENT
A movement applying person-centered thinking to create new systems of support through the integration of technology