Our Dance and Yoga classes are two of our many successful programs at CPABC. The classes provide an opportunity for children and youth with disabilities to gain a tremendous amount of confidence! In addition, our instructors for both class are extremely experienced working with people with …
Child Care and Development
Dance Without Limits 2014
Dance Without Limits Dance Without Limits is a fun and welcoming environment that allows children with disabilities to learn the art of dance. The classes are taught by award-winning Trainer, Erica "Air" McFarlane. Join us every Monday from 4:30-5:30 pm at the Bonsor Recreational Centre. For …
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. Researchers said that the pain often is under-recognized and under-treated, and that clinicians should be …
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 Vallance also has cerebral palsy, and is prone to seizures. She is non-verbal, and uses a wheelchair. “A …
Childhood Disability LINK
Childhood Disability LINK (Linking Information and New Knowledge) and the Cerebral Palsy project of NeuroDevNet have partnered to develop bilingual newsletters on ‘hot topics’ in Cerebral Palsy research that are relevant for families and for clinicians. They have limited technical jargon and provide …
