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.TYPES OF CP: This section explains the common types of CP and their classifications based on how they can affect the body EMAIL DATABASE: This database is the very heart and sole of CPC. It allows people with CP, both young and old, to communicate with each other and share experiences or advice.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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My Thoughts
April 2001

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April 10 2001: after I graduated from college, I thought being in the real world would release of the pressures of being disabled. I mean, there always been pressures because on disabled, but I thought socially things would turn for the better. I figured people would be more open and mature. I have learned in the past year that in some instances this is not the case. There are times I still fill left out. For instance, whenever group functions that were take place many times I needed the last one to know or forgot about totally. 

April 21 2001: while in the grocery store today, I met another girl with CP. We talk for a moment while waiting for our groceries to be checked out. It was nice to finally meet somebody in the same city with the same disability. We talked briefly about each other's disability and where we were from. After I got home, I realized that it probably one of the good idea if I had gotten her telephone from. Just have another person to talk to the disability and my city would've been wonderful. Maybe I'll run into her again.

April 22 2001: I have been told the have to move out of my apartment. I am funny brave frustrated to find a place live. Most places that I can afford , in my opinion, seemed to be run down and I would not feel safe living in some of the places. Maybe the places that I can afford our older buildings not required to comply with ADA law is. Therefore, they are not required to accommodate apartment buildings. I'm worried that may have to live on the street. Although I'm sure it's not going to come to. 

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