The process for diagnosing Cerebral Palsy is not a simple one. CP is a complex condition impacting each person differently; it cannot be overstated the unique, person-specific nature Cerebral Palsy has. Due to associative conditions that may be more pronounced, diagnosing CP may not even be on... Read More
September 29, 2015
It’s that time again; stacks of school papers and piles of miscellaneous items will soon fill every corner of your house. Summer is officially over and now is the time to get back to your organization habits. It is crucial to stay on top of organizing or you could face the dreaded moment when... Read More
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September 28, 2015
Music can be a huge part in everyone’s life and can even improve a person’s life. More and more people are looking into music therapy to help increase their quality of life. From speech to memory, music therapy can help. Music can touch the lives of children with Cerebral Palsy and with music... Read More
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September 24, 2015
While you may understand Cerebral Palsy by its symptoms and the lifetime of challenges it presents, you may not fully comprehend just what the condition is. With so much misinformation existing surrounding CP, including some beliefs it is a disease or on par with a cold or infection, it... Read More
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September 22, 2015
Technology is becoming increasingly more embedded in children’s lives. The wonderful thing is technology can be used as education or communicative aids. A lot of apps for special needs children are cheaper than tutoring and can provide a fun alternative way of learning versus workbooks. Plus,... Read More
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September 21, 2015
Children with special needs face significant challenges, both due to everyday tasks and unique, seasonal circumstances. Helping a child face and overcome these challenges is part of a parent’s job, making preparation a key step in making your job easier! In appreciation for Fall, we have a few... Read More
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September 18, 2015
Words are used to express our emotions, needs, and frustrations. Children at a young age learn how to use words to tell others what they are feeling and thinking. As they grow, children might start to use offensive words and realize that they can hurt others with the words they say. As adults,... Read More
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September 16, 2015
Music can provide joy and energy in people’s life. Playing an instrument and creating music is something every child loves. For children with Cerebral Palsy, ordinary instruments might not be an option. Technology has come so far and there are devices that will make it easier to bring music into... Read More
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September 11, 2015
A lot of awareness has come about surrounding bullying, with children at all ages seeming to become victims of poor treatment. These situations can occur for any number of reasons and different types of bullying can be used. Children need to fully understand bullying; why it happens and what to... Read More
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September 08, 2015
If you frequently read our blog, you may have seen us use the term ‘early intervention’ when discussing future success for children with Cerebral Palsy. Just as it sounds, early intervention is focused on making an impact on a child’s development to limit problems related to CP. This may seem to... Read More
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