INDEX: This section gives the descriptions of each section on CPC. You can also view the section's description by hovering the mouse over a section's graphical link.LIVING WITH CP: This section gives my personal experiences on how I love with my own CP. Many of you who are disabled will probably find much of this section's content familiar.TYPES OF CP: This section explains the common types of CP and their classifications based on how they can affect the body.CPC DIRECTORY: This section is a list of links around the web where you might find other useful information on CP and other disability related content.DISABILITY BULLETIN: This section allows people to post disability related questions to other visitors on the site; announce medical studies; any other information not associated with any current section on the CPC site.SHARE A STORY: This section allows people to share their stories (both good and bad) about living with CP. This is a completely anonymous Section (at your discretion) so that you need not fear people finding out who you are if that is your choice.ADA LAWS: This section is a copy of the Americans with Disabilities Act information site. It contains the guidelines concerning the Americans with disabilities rights, fairness, and public access.AGING AND CP: This section is a report on how the aging process can affect a body with CP. This should be a must read for all visitors to the site. I will continue to add to this report as new information becomes available.DISABILITY WORKPLACE: This section can be used as a tool to help aid a disabled individual looking for a job. You might be surprised at what some of the experts say about how to approach the job market when you are disabled.
HOW SSI WORKS: This section will aid you in finding out if you qualify for Supplemental Security Income. These rules and regulations are plentiful. CPC strongly recommends you view this section before perusing the SSI route.MEDICAL NEEDS: This section lists online companies where you can purchase medical supplies and equipment. Ordering what you need online offers privacy, convince, and very often cheaper then purchasing from brick and mortar stores.DISABILITY NEWS: This section allows you to keep up with the latest news and events around the US and the world related to the disability community. The section is updated constantly so please visit often.THERAPIES FOR CP: This section discusses some of the different treatments used to treat CP. Some of these include Physical/Occupational Therapy, HBO, TES, Biofeedback and others.AWARDS & WEBRINGS: This Section contains information about the many web rings CPC has joined and awards we have won. It also includes information on how to sign up for our very own web ring or award.FUN STUFF: Occasionally I like to have a little fun on the web. Here you will find information about my hobbies and my many collections of items. This portion of the site is not directly related to CPC. Its just for fun :o)CONTACT CPC: This section allows you to communicate with CPC is several ways including email, ICQ, and out guest book.RECENT UPDATES: This section can be used to find out what changes have been made since you last visited CPC. This page is always updated when CPC is updated no matter how small the update.CAUSE SUPPORT: This section tries to help disabled individuals by supporting several causes that actively promote the awareness and fair treatment of those with disabilities.
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Atini H. atini@mail.com  My son Irfan was born normal in 1996. He was a normal boy until 2 years of age. In 1998, he was infected by CMV and got bad seizures for several hours. When the seizures were over, he lost all his abilities as a normal child. He has been attending physical therapy and occupational therapy since then. He is now able to sit on his own, but still unable to stand nor talk. He also has problems swallowing, sucking, and chewing his food, and also emory and perception. According to his doctor and therapist, his overall neurological age is like a 9 month old baby.
Jean M jeandagostino394@cs.com  Michael has mild cp [Hemiplegia][21 months]. His speech is delayed. the words he says are basically just the first constant sound - eg. bu can mean book, ball, bear, etc. I'm Michaels grandmother and he and his mother live with me. I'm looking for info especially relating to speech delay
Tammy W.  rotagTammy@aol.com  My 5 year old daughter was born at 28 weeks and has mild CP. Basically, she is a toe walker and has some poor hand coordination. I would like to hear from other parents who have gotten the botox injections done. We will soon be trying the Botox injections.
Julie R. jumes@webtv.net  My son James has severe Spastic Quadriplegia and also a seizure disorder (status seizures) They last up to 1-3 hrs and goes into respiratory distress. This is the most distressing part of his disabilities. He also is tube fed and is non-verbal and mostly non-ambulatory. He has a baclofen pump to decrease his tone and it works wonders. James knows exactly what is going on and has his way of telling me so. His smile and laugh are truly a joy. He is the light of my life. He is my special angel. He has taught me so many things like patience, toleration and unconditional love. Don't know what I'd do without him. Baclofen Pump Occupational Therapy Physical Therapy Speech Therapy
Lin K jimmyk1@bellsouth.net  My son is the sweetest little boy. He has CP and some other health problems. I hope we can connect with some other parents out there!:0) Thanks. Lin
Ann R. jrichar2@jamadots.com 
AOL: jarjr96		 My son is four years old has spastic Diplegia. He is one year three months post sdr!! Doing great after surgery. He has had sdr surgery in October of 1999. Done great from it!! Used a walker before surgery. He is now walking on his own..
Ramon M. inom969@hotmail.com 
ICQ: 45464698		 Sam's(7) (Spastic Quadriplegia) problems occurred at birth and were immediately evident. He suffered prenatal asphyxia, was resuscitated twice. He was assisted respiration for 5 weeks. In addition he was diagnosed as blind, deaf, mute and also not mobile. Since then he has regained his sight with daily exercises, and his hearing is perfect. Sam is still non vernal and not mobile although he fully understands what is said to him. He will be starting school in October in Malta, Europe. I am interested in therapy but would like information on hyperbaric and amino acid therapy. Thank you and god bless.
Heather K. kozakhfk@bigpond.com  Max (15 months) (Spastic Diplegia) was born at 30 weeks and was diagnosed with CP at 5 months old. We live in an extremely isolated rural area (Australia) so most of Max's treatments are home-based. I am interested in alternative therapies as well as the standard medical approach. We are wanting to try alternative/natural therapies.
Arlon Kruger akruger@uol.com.br  I'm the father of a seven month baby (Paula (7)).She has shown a developmental delay but her neurologist hasn't decided on a diagnosis yet. He says she might have hydrocephalus or cp. I'd like to communicate with parents of children who have or had a similar story.
Christa C. christaleeh@hotmail.com  I am an info junkie so if anyone has any to share please do, or if you have any questions about my experiences feel free to ask!! My sons CP is due to being born at 28 weeks. Chance (7)(Spastic Diplegia)  has tried Botox, serial casting, heel cord and hamstring lengthening, Bacolfen pump. In the next two years; .muscle transfer (quad to hamstring) and osteotomy.
Marie Kennedy MarieKennedy@aol.com  When our son Jimmy was diagnosed with CP at 16mo .old, we were devastated. More from fear of the unknown. We have learned about Cp and ourselves. The diagnosis affected our whole family, as we are very close. I am a stay at home Mom and love it. I have been able to enjoy Jimmy's every accomplishment. We continue to use physical therapy. May be trying botox in the next year. Being a Mother and having this experience made me feel compelled to write about it.
Sheri H. naers@yahoo.com  Troy was just recently diagnosed with CP. I am recently divorced. We're doing PT and OT.
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