A safe space for kids with special needs: Vancouver Phoenix Gymnastics Finding fun outside of the home can be difficult for children with special needs and … READ MORE
Everyday Heroes: Blake Shelley overcomes challenges of cerebral palsy to write book Blake Shelley was diagnosed with cerebral palsy at 6 months old. He’s now 28 years … READ MORE
For foster parents of disabled children, money stays tight Like most parents trying to make ends meet, Vivian Shine-King needs to get creative … READ MORE
Join us as we Glow Green for World CP Day Oct 6, 2017 See you Friday, Oct 6 at 6pm Eau Claire Market Plaza in downtown Calgary. This FREE … READ MORE
South Health Campus, AHS Dr. Cheri Nijssen-Jordan in the pediatric unit at the South Health Campus in … READ MORE
Celebrate the Journey – Transition Fair for Families in Calgary Sept 30, 2017 See you Saturday, September 30, 2017 – 10:00 am to 2:00 pm Marlborough Park … READ MORE
Donations help disabled teen realize dream of attending university Accepted to Carleton University, Benjamin Williamson risked watching his dream slip … READ MORE
Neurodevelopmental physical therapy improves spasticity in children with CP A physical therapy approach known as neurodevelopmental treatment can improve … READ MORE
Let me show you what I can do: A woman with special needs answers our questions Melanie Reach is a 24-year-old Shorewood woman who has cerebral palsy. After over 20 … READ MORE
Young patients with cerebral palsy, other disabilities, benefit from therapeutic horseback riding About 20 young Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) patients with cerebral palsy or … READ MORE
New South Wales Brainwave Camp at Point Wolstoncroft LAKE Macquarie has turned on the fun for 12 special families from across NSW. The … READ MORE
‘The Good Doctor’ gets boost from real MD with disability Dr. Tyler Sexton checks on an infant at Singing River Hospital. Sexton, who has … READ MORE
Mobility is a key factor in self–care independence for kids with cerebral palsy Mobility influences the ability of children with cerebral palsy (CP) to carry out … READ MORE
Soccer team for kids with disabilities raise money with lemonade stand WRIGLEYVILLE — On your way to the Cubs game Saturday, you might notice a lemonade … READ MORE
Dear Everybody campaign aims to end stigma around disability Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital has launched a five-year push to make … READ MORE
Bikes for special needs children in Brooklyn It all started with a run — uphill, and against traffic. Sandra Alfonzo was taking … READ MORE
Back to school when your child has a disability Most of us need a few weeks, but this family starts getting ready in the spring. … READ MORE
Teen with cerebral palsy rappels down Winnipeg skyscraper in her wheelchair Drop Zone event raises money for Easter Seals to support people with disabilities. … READ MORE
6 things a teen with cerebral palsy wants new parents to know I cannot begin to imagine what it is like to hear the words “your child has … READ MORE
Finding the positives I have always thought that it is important to focus on the positives that you have … READ MORE
7 things I want my teachers to know as a disabled student It’s that time of year again. School is starting — hear that sound? It’s … READ MORE
Watch the fearless women of wheelchair motocross shred Venice Skate Park “I’m the first female rider to do a backflip in a wheelchair and I’m looking … READ MORE
Reminiscing and hoping for a successful school year As I say every year, I cannot believe how fast summer goes by, and I’m a mom of … READ MORE
Calgary’s Kyle Miller makes history as first golfer with cerebral palsy in PGA event 26-year-old Kyle Miller determined to soldier through despite challenges. … READ MORE
Kinematics identify subgroups of kids with CP and equinovarus Chicago researchers have identified clinically relevant subgroups based on foot and … READ MORE
7-year-old’s mystery illness baffles specialists Gracie Lee Straus loves taking photographs of people and turning them into jigsaw … READ MORE
Recreation programs foster inclusion It’s all about playing together. That’s the philosophy of special … READ MORE
How magic tricks help children with cerebral palsy For children with hemiplegia, a common form of cerebral palsy, learning to be a … READ MORE
Effectiveness of passive stretching in children with cerebral palsy Neurological disorders often cause increased muscle tone — too much tightness — … READ MORE
Out on a limb: Valuable testimony A person’s testimony doesn’t always agree with objective evidence—that’s why … READ MORE