There are 17 million people across the world living with cerebral palsy (CP). Another 350 million people are closely connected to a child or adult with CP. It is the most common physical disability in childhood. CP is a permanent disability that affects movement. Its impact can range from a weakness in one hand, to almost a complete lack of voluntary movement. CP is a lifelong disability and there is no known cure. – World Cerebral Palsy Day website This October 6th, people around the world will come together to rally for those with CP. The organizers focus on six key areas for change to improvide the global situation for those with CP and the families who love them:
There are 17 million people across the world living with cerebral palsy (CP). Another 350 million people are closely connected to a child or adult with CP. It is the most common physical disability in childhood. CP is a permanent disability that affects movement. Its impact can range from a weakness in one hand, to almost a complete lack of voluntary movement. CP is a lifelong disability and there is no known cure. – World Cerebral Palsy Day website
Therabounce - TR Parent & Tot and Social Skills (3-6) - Vaughan
Fully accessible and inclusive programming with highly trained and specialized staff. Individualized goals, activities, and facilitation techniques to fit your families needs with access to full sized trampolines.
City of Barrie Inclusion Services - Sensory Funnastics - Barrie
Sensory aware gymnasium drop-in space that gives individuals with disabilities the opportunity to play and try out gymnastics in a safe and fun environment.
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