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The Side by Side movement program provide support to individuals with intellectual developmental disabilities (IDD). It has b ... een identified that there is a relationship between IDD and challenges with basic motor skills, and particularly with motor coordination. Beyond the benefits of physical activity, improving physical fitness levels, mental health, and social participation, improving motor skills is a matter of safety and therefore is of the utmost importance from a healthcare perspective. This program is coordinated with the support and efforts of Brock University Kinesiology students. Side by Side enables these students to gain experiential learning through special project courses as well as thesis projects related to the care provided. The valuable experiences gained while working with Side by Side helps to augment the student experience at Brock and to develop the skills of future health leaders. read more