A brief overview of how Trusts work and how they can be useful for individuals with disabilities. This article is written for the general reader. Since some jargon is unavoidable, a glossary of terms …
Archives for 2013
Video: Darcy Marquardt invites you to join Steptember!
The Cerebral Palsy Association of BC is very excited to announce that a video to help promote Steptember 2013 has been created by our wonderful volunteer videographers Shirin Chawla and Hadas …
Estate Planning for Your Relative with a Disability
Estate planning, when you have a son or daughter with a significant disability, can be a daunting task. While there are the usual considerations that you would likely make for any child, the …
Study: 25% of Children with Cerebral Palsy have Chronic Pain
More than a quarter of children and teens with cerebral palsy have moderate to severe chronic pain, most commonly from hip dislocation and dystonia, according to a study published in Pediatrics. …
Yoga Helps 11-year-old with Cerebral Palsy
Cynthia Vallance speaks with pride about Abigayle, her 11-year-old daughter. “She’s a sprightly red-headed little doll,” Vallance said. “She is very social, very interactive, loves people.” Abbey …