Education Moldova, Republic of Project #34231

Disability therapies for 1,300 children in Moldova

by ChildAid to Eastern Europe

Disability therapies for 1,300 children in Moldova

Project Report | Mar 3, 2026
Transforming Disability Care in Moldova

By Tina Moira | Project Leader

Occupational Therapy training at Tony Hawks Centre

Dear Supporter,

As promised in our previous report, here is a brief update on the progress of the Occupational Therapy programme in Moldova. Since 2019, this initiative has worked to overcome resistance and lay the foundation for Occupational Therapy to be formally recognised in the country.

Over the years, with the support of the Tony Hawks Centre, Rotary, and your generosity, dozens of therapists have been trained, strengthening skills across Moldova and gradually shifting national attitudes towards disability care.

This longterm effort has now led to major national milestones:

In 2025, the Association of Occupational Therapy was established.
In January 2026, the Ministry of Education began the process of introducing a formal university Occupational Therapy programme — something once considered unlikely.

Next Steps

To embed occupational therapy more deeply in everyday life, the next phase will focus on homebased support. Over the coming 10 months, therapists will:

Assess children’s home environments
Identify barriers to daily activities
Recommend practical adaptations to increase independence

Thank You. Your continued support has trained professionals, shifted national policy, and helped transform disability care in Moldova.

Together, we are making a real and lasting difference in children’s lives.

With gratitude,
ChildAid to Eastern Europe

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