Sometimes we look to our Facebook Page for ideas on what parents and the public are looking to better understand about CP. A common topic that has come up is how... Read More
May 10, 2016
An Individualized Education Program (IEP) can be a critical part of a child with special needs’ academic success. While an IEP is often a complicated plan (and process) due to the variety of team members involved, it can... Read More
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May 02, 2016
It’s officially spring and now is the time to do your seasonal spring cleaning! A few things you can do is pack away clothes, rotate toys, and update medical files. Spring cleaning is important to prepare for summer and to update necessary forms. You don’t have to do it all in one day and you... Read More
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April 20, 2016
Cerebral Palsy, as an umbrella term to describe a condition caused by a brain injury during pregnancy, delivery or post-birth care, can mean a lot of different things for those who live with it. CP may result in a limp or speech difficulty for one person while requiring full-time assistance for... Read More
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April 07, 2016
It’s finally spring! The sun is starting to shine and it’s a great time to get the children outside. Playing outside gets the children out of the house and a little fresh air is great for the soul. After a while, it may be hard to find things to do outside and you may start finding your children... Read More
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April 05, 2016
The special needs community has seen centuries of improper treatment due to stereotypes, misconceptions and more. Simply due to a birth injury or otherwise unavoidable circumstance, children who are otherwise intellectually capable or advanced are treated horribly due to a stiff arm, a limp,... Read More
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March 30, 2016
Judging by the weather outside and depending on where you live, it may seem to be surprising to say that the 2016-2017 school year is fast approaching. While the 2015-2016 school year isn’t even over yet, this is still a critical time in the transition from one grade to the next. Beginning your... Read More
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March 29, 2016
The brain injury causing a child’s Cerebral Palsy diagnosis can present itself in a number of ways. While some children may face physical challenges due to their CP, others can face significant barriers in mental development. As such, there is no surefire suggestion regarding toys for a child... Read More
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March 28, 2016
A hot topic in any parenting circle is the idea of monitoring a child's Internet activity, assuming of course that your child is able to interact with a computer and the internet. While some parents worry that it infringes upon their child's privacy, others feel it is an important effort to... Read More
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March 25, 2016
There are so many ideas out there that encourage inspiring your child to achieve success. Whether a child has special needs or not, outlining goals can be an effective way to build self-esteem while reinforcing good behaviors. Making these goals tangible is... Read More
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