Angling for all: Fishing Without Barriers Day on Flathead reels in trout - and a tale Jun 26, 2009
Charter and private boats took on people with muscular dystrophy, multiple sclerosis, cerebral palsy and other genetic diseases, people with emotional and mental challenges. There were people who were blind. (Missoulian, MT)
Rude behavior on trains will cost you Jun 26, 2009
Friday June 26, 2009. Priority seating posters have appeared on several city subways and buses, reminding riders it is against the law to refuse to give up your priority seat to a disabled person. (Queens Chronicle, NY)
Conductive education for kids with disabilities Jun 24, 2009
Conductive education was developed in 1845 in Hungary by Dr. Andras Peto for people with cerebral palsy and other motor challenges. It embraces task series, motivation and peer connections to help these individuals gain movement and social skills and, ultimately, as much independence as possible. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Organ scandal Jun 24, 2009
The number of postmortems is only half what experts believe is ideally needed to gain a better understanding of why some infants die, or are born with conditions such as cerebral palsy ... In the last 20 years cerebral palsy rates have barely changed ... "But more generally many believe that technology will answer everything, that we can rely on hi-tech scans to tell us what's going on, that we don't need to cut things up. "But think about this: in the last 20 years cerebral palsy rates have... (BBC News -- Health)
SHARING: 'Civic generation' rolls up sleeves in record numbers Jun 24, 2009
Emory University student Maria Town, 21, who has cerebral palsy, started Alternative Life Cycles, an organization to provide retrofitted bicycles for disabled people, because she knew how expensive her own adapted recumbent tricycle was. "I've learned it's a full life commitment that can be more than just a hobby," says the Hammond, La. (USA Today -- Money)
Teen makes 100-mile wheelchair trek Jun 23, 2009
Boy overcomes scoliosis, cerebral palsy to raise $20,000 for beloved camp ... Gene has cerebral palsy and scoliosis and says he has been going to the camp for six years. (MSNBC -- International)
Healing Ride Jun 23, 2009
"We work with those who are battling a lot of different things - from autism to cerebral palsy to multiple sclerosis," says Christy Henderson, executive director and certified instructor at RideAbility. "Part of our motto is body, mind and spirit, and we truly believe that therapeutic riding helps in all those areas. "Riding can improve your body. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Cerebral Palsy IV Symptoms Jun 23, 2009
Cerebral Palsy is a group of disorders that can drastically change a person's life ... Cerebral Palsy is a term that describes a group of disorders that affects body movement, balance, and posture ... Individuals who suffer from Cerebral Palsy have difficulty coordinating and controlling their muscles and because of this, even the simplest movements can be very hard. (Suite101.com)
With disabilities no obstacle, school salutes its inspiration Jun 23, 2009
If she chose the O Hearn for her son, would the children tease him because he has cerebral palsy ... The school teaches some of the city s most severely disabled students, including those with autism, cerebral palsy, and Down syndrome, in classrooms with other students. (Boston Globe)
Young places 13th in ultramarathon Jun 22, 2009
Iroquois Boating and Fishing Club, 10733 Konneyaut Trail, will server as host for the event, which is open to people with any type of disability including leg and arm amputation, spinal cord injuries, arthritis, cerebral palsy, spina bifida, orthopedic disabilities, polio and survivors of stroke and brain injury. Clinic sessions will begin at 8 a.m. and run through 4 p.m. each day. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Party time in Lompoc Jun 22, 2009
This year, for the first time, the parade will feature a junior grand marshal as well Anthony Grossini, 13, who has battled valiantly with cerebral palsy. The festival theme this year is Childhood Fantasies. (Santa Maria Times)
Autistic children in the cross hairs of state budget crisis Jun 21, 2009
Statewide the number of autism cases has grown faster than the combined number of cases of mental retardation, epilepsy and cerebral palsy. Autism increased more than 1,100% over two decades, while the number of people with developmental disabilities increased 136%, according to a report made public this year by the California Department of Developmental Services. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
'He means a lot. He's dad.' Jun 21, 2009
Fred Lamback watched his son Lantz, the one with cerebral palsy, the one with the two "bum legs," the one with the determined spirit, and thought, "This boy's got something." ... The first baseman, the one with cerebral palsy, the one who had difficulty running, the one whose reactions were just a bit slower than his teammates, wanted to test out his talent ... " Lamback said he can relate to the swimmers on the team, because Lantz has cerebral palsy. "Maybe, it's just giving back a little bit,"... (The Augusta Chronicle)
Special children, fatherhood challenges Jun 21, 2009
Ong smiles easily and his calm demeanour belies the enormous responsibility that comes with caring for two wheelchair-bound children with cerebral palsy (CP) ... According to the Spastic Childrens Association (SCA) of Selangor al Territory, a spastic is a person with cerebral palsy ... I went on the Internet to read everything I could about cerebral palsy. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Premature births Jun 20, 2009
"She had a massive brain haemorrhage on her second day, which left long-lasting implications for her health. "She has cerebral palsy, hydrocephalus, epilepsy, learning difficulties and a degree of visual impairment," said Sarah. Sarah said when she was at the intensive care unit for pre-term babies, there was a strange atmosphere, as all the tiny babies on ventilators could not cry. The outlook for Isabel, 8, was bleak, but she has done remarkably well, and loves going to school, Sarah said. We... (BBC News -- Health)
Grupo Salinas, Fundacion Azteca and Fundacion Azteca America Raise Over US$1.3 Million During the 50th Movimiento Azteca Awareness and Fundraising Campaign To Support Prenatal Care Jun 20, 2009
Past Movimiento causes include: organ transplants, cochlear implants, burn victim treatment, infant cancer, reforestation, street children and cerebral palsy. More than 124 organizations have received donations through Movimiento Azteca. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Longhorns Bring Special Fan To CWS Jun 20, 2009
Geoff Cook Overcomes Cerebral Palsy To Pull For Team ... -- A special Texas Longhorns fan is not letting cerebral palsy keep him from supporting his team at the College World Series ... Cook's cerebral palsy meant he needed a place to stay that could offer round-the-clock care. (7 KETV Omaha)
Talking Information Center expands offerings Jun 18, 2009
TIC is working on the program with the Massachusetts Commission for the Blind and United Cerebral Palsy in the Berkshires. The Talking Information Center broadcasts the reading of printed material to help keep the visually impaired population more informed. (Marshfield Mariner, MA)
Muscatine woman wants to be another resource for families (1533) Jun 17, 2009
Her son Brock, now 20, has cerebral palsy, and Barb said the Muscatine Community School District cooperated with her to provide a good education for him. Brock was one of the first children with a disability in the District to be included in the regular classroom setting. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Continue reading Jun 16, 2009
Pennington and Carnahan volunteered to march with Huerta -- who everybody knows as "Beto." A special education student, Huerta has cerebral palsy that affects how his mouth works. But that didn't stop his relationship with Pennington and Carnahan. (Selma Enterprise, CA)
Bishop Lori, at scholarship dinner, praises expansion of St. Catherine Academy Jun 16, 2009
As a result, the teachers of Saint Catherine work with disorders ranging from Down's Syndrome to cerebral palsy. Academic subjects are supplemented by physical education, as well as vocational and life skills courses. (Fairfield Minuteman, CT)
Celebrating our youth Jun 16, 2009
Masingita Masunga suffers from cerebral palsy that manifests itself as a speech impediment. She's from Limpopo and her family raised her like any other child, but her community rejected her. (iAfrica.com)
Trio of Astros fans up for All-Star honor Jun 16, 2009
Gary J. Lynn of Houston has cerebral palsy and is wheelchair-bound, but refuses to be defined by his disability. Today he is a straight-A student at Spring High School in Houston and has his own foundation, which has raised and donated $12,000 for CP research. (MLB.com -- Houston Astros)
First game at the Flint Field in Holbrook is June 13 Jun 16, 2009
Even though Frankie had cerebral palsy, was confined to a wheelchair, and couldn t walk or talk, he offered his assistance to many causes, which endeared him to many in the town. As a way of paying homage to Frankie and to a contributor of the ball field project, the teams playing on opening day will be teams sponsored by the Holbrook Firefighters versus Hallamore Corp.. (Holbrook Sun, MA)
Gas price in Trenton area tops state average Jun 16, 2009
Abigail has cerebral palsy, her mother said. The family was bound for an outing at Great Adventure and a trip to the shore, she said. (NJ.com -- Times)
CAOT 2009 Annual Conference - CAOT Captivates Young Readers with the Launch of Children's Book Jun 6, 2009
The publication, written by Paulette Bourgeois, author of the renowned Franklin the Turtle series ,and illustrated by Kristi Bridgeman, tells the story of Emma; a feisty young girl with cerebral palsy who participates in everyday classroom occupations with the help of her occupational therapist Katie. CAOT Conference delegates, families and children of all ages gathered at Chapters in downtown Ottawa for the afternoon launch of the children's book. (Canada Newswire)
Aid for disabled athletes to be cut Jun 6, 2009
His grandson, Matthew Dooley, has cerebral palsy and participates in several AAASP sports, including football at Oconee County High near Athens, where he is a rising freshman. I can certainly understand in tough economic times having to cut programs to some degree, but to almost totally eliminate athletic programs for the disabled is hard to understand, Dooley said. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Software 'gives children a voice' Jun 5, 2009
is software to help children with disabilities such as cerebral palsy communicate faster ... Nicole ValleryCorseford School pupil with cerebral palsy ... " Children said they enjoyed using the new software Nicole Vallery and Rebecca Clelland were two of the pupils at Corseford to test the new software. Nicole, 11, who has cerebral palsy, said: "I was happy to take part in How was school today. (BBC News -- UK)
Mother determined to save Erie Shriners Hospital Jun 5, 2009
The first diagnosis, when daughter Alyssa was about 1, was cerebral palsy. Marinucci moved back home to Erie, to her mother's house, with Alyssa. (Erie Times-News, PA)
As tragedy turns to hope Jun 4, 2009
Tina said she hopes to bring the therapy to Mississippi, as it is not just useful to crash victims, but also to those who suffer from Cerebral Palsy, Autism, Alzheimer s disease, vision loss and strokes. She has contacted the Mississippi Department of Rehabilitation to purchase a chamber for the home. (Forest Scott County Times, MS)
More premature babies surviving Jun 4, 2009
" A UK study of premature births, called EPICure, found children born very early often had learning difficulties as well as physical problems such as cerebral palsy, blindness or deafness. As well as the long-term outlook for the child, parental desires need to be taken into account, said Dr Marsal. Then there are the financial implications of intervening. Researchers at the Oxford Centre for Health Economics estimate the cost of an average preterm baby is one and a half times more than a baby... (BBC News -- Health)
Help For Those Who Suffer From Spasticity Jun 4, 2009
It is often caused by cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis, stroke, spinal cord or brain injuries. Treatment may include such medications as baclofen, diazepam, tizanidine or clonazepam. (W-USA News, DC)
School sense - Teachers turn to rooms to calm or stimulate children Jun 3, 2009
The school has about 47 disabled students in special classes, including kids with Down syndrome, cerebral palsy and brain injuries ... For Cesar Calderon, an 8-year-old with cerebral palsy, the challenge is to keep the board lit for full sentences at a time, to practice taking longer breaths. (Missoulian, MT)
DelleDonne announces she'll play hoops at Delaware Jun 3, 2009
"The thing that's been tough is, I went through so many different emotions, trying to figure out what went wrong. Through the journey, I realized I missed home, I wanted to be with my family and Lizzie [her older sister who is blind, deaf and has cerebral palsy]. Now that I've spent a year at Delaware, I absolutely miss basketball and want to play again.". DelleDonne said she is, in fact, "eager" to get back on the court. (USA Today -- Sports)
Cash may be athlete's biggest hurdle to races Jun 3, 2009
RACINE - At the kitchen table is the daughter, Laura Terry, a smiling 16-year-old with cerebral palsy ... Cerebral palsy, a disease she's developed since birth, hasn't impaired Laura's mind and it's even left her with plenty of control over her upper body ... Rose doesn't have cerebral palsy. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Independent schools can't provide choice and diversity Jun 3, 2009
As the mother of two children with cerebral palsy I am quite willing to forgive Senator Joyce for his insensitive comment ... Parents have long asked the Spastic Centre to change its name, but it has refused, even though many people with cerebral palsy have floppy rather than spastic muscles. (The Age, Australia -- Opinion)
Healing voices - Sisters diagnosed with serious disorder spread joy through song Jun 3, 2009
The girls were diagnosed with spastic diplegia cerebral palsy, a disorder that causes the brain to constantly send signals to muscles to contract. They said the girls would probably never be able to walk or carry on a conversation, remembers their father. (Missoulian, MT)
Golf program helps those with disabilities play a round ... or two Jun 2, 2009
Another Union Grove student, Jake Basina, has cerebral palsy and was taking his whacks from his wheelchair at Ives Grove. He said it was his first time on a golf course, and making contact with the ball was tough. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Home health care: A compicated, simple isse Jun 2, 2009
Her friend has cerebral palsy, which is a muscular impairment disorder medical experts link to brain damage occurring at or before birth. At the request of her friend, Birkett went in search of more information. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
She's got a ticket to write: Parking officer wins award for her service with a smile Jun 2, 2009
Winchell said she grew to love people with special needs when she was a child and her sister would drop her off at a house with two children who had cerebral palsy. She discovered a love for the elderly while working at the Missoula Manor retirement home. (Missoulian, MT)
Letters to the Editor Jun 2, 2009
He was a rubella baby, born deaf, blind, mentally retarded, with cerebral palsy, congenital glaucoma and cataracts. The governor seeks to eliminate the adult day health care program that currently provides my son with activities that encourage him to be the best he can be. (Sacramento Bee -- Opinion)
Sporting passion helps overcome disability May 31, 2009
sports-mad Rae Anderson is thriving after years of treatment for cerebral palsy ... Rae was born with cerebral palsy, the most common disability in children, which affects walking, speech and appearance. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Malden's Ablevision TV puts disabilities before a mainstream audience May 31, 2009
One Gimp dancer interviewed by Ablevision was Lawrence Carter-Long, who has cerebral palsy and has been interviewed often in his job as executive director of the Disabilities Network of New York City. "Normally there's a weird kind of power dynamic in play when you've got a nondisabled person interviewing a disabled person," said Carter-Long. (Boston Globe)
Closing of Wadewitz School clinic upsets staff May 31, 2009
muscular dystrophy, cerebral palsy and spina bifida, said Jayaprakash, a specialist in physical medicine and rehabilitation at Wheaton Franciscan in Racine. The clinic is completely free, there are no patient eligibility requirements and children do not need to attend the Racine Unified School District. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
News tracker (May 31) (40) May 31, 2009
THE ISSUE: Four-year-old Corvallis resident Dylan Cain was oxygen-deprived at birth and was diagnosed with cerebral palsy. His parents, Mark and Jinger Cain, banked Dylan s umbilical cord blood at birth. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Children's Miracle Network Celebration to feature Chippewa Falls girl May 31, 2009
Harley has cerebral palsy ... Harley had her first corrective orthopaedic surgery for her cerebral palsy in October, when doctors operated on her abductors in her legs, hamstrings, heel cords and pretty much everything in between. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
On Sunday, catch the finale of greatness May 30, 2009
He has to take a second job at the local car wash just to make ends meet; his teenage son has cerebral palsy; his wife is pregnant, unexpectedly, with their second child. Oh, and he just found out he's got inoperable lung cancer. (San Francisco Chronicle)
12.5 ounces at birth, baby set to go home May 30, 2009
Like any other premature infant, she faces risks of mental and physical disabilities like asthma, cerebral palsy, vision and hearing disorders. tiny miracle. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Partners prepare for Dances with Wheels May 29, 2009
March, 26, who has cerebral palsy, is one of five performers in the Dances with Wheels ensemble s first live show at Billerica Memorial High School on Friday, May 29. Montoya is her dance partner and one of the staffers of Toward Independent Living and Learning Inc. (TILL), a non-profit day rehabilitation center for individuals with special needs. (Billerica Minuteman, MA)
No comments posted. May 29, 2009
Lodi's Scott Bandoni remains positive despite battling cerebral palsy, and now he's throwing out a pitch of inspiration ... Bandoni, a Millswood seventh grader with cerebral palsy, will be throwing the first pitch at the Sacramento River Cats game tonight ... Lodi's Scott Bandoni remains positive despite battling cerebral palsy, and now he's throwing out a pitch of inspiration. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Lodi's Scott Bandoni remains positive despite battling cerebral palsy, and now he's throwing out a pitch of inspiration May 29, 2009
Bandoni, a Millswood seventh grader with cerebral palsy, will be throwing the first pitch at the Sacramento River Cats game tonight ... It will be a big moment in Bandoni's life, especially considering a month ago he was recovering from surgery just the latest battle in the daily war he fights against cerebral palsy. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
iPhone applications can help the autistic May 28, 2009
The app also aids children and adults with Down syndrome, cerebral palsy and Lou Gehrig's Disease, or ALS even stroke patients who have lost the ability to speak, says its co-developer, Penn State doctoral student Samuel Sennott. Using the iPhone and Touch allows developers to democratize a system that has relied on devices that were too expensive or difficult to customize, Sennott says. (USA Today)
Music 'nurtures' premature babies May 28, 2009
" Professor of Obstetrics Andrew Shennan, from the baby charity Tommy's, said: "Preterm births have recently increased over the past years and remain a huge problem in the UK, sometimes resulting in many long-term health problems for the child in later life, including cerebral palsy, deafness, blindness, chronic lung disease, learning and behavioural difficulties. "The preliminary evidence that music played to preterm babies may have positive effects for behaviour and pain is very interesting... (BBC News -- Health)
TINO'S TRANSFORMATION Grad wants to help others like himself May 27, 2009
At age 2 he was diagnosed with spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy. Thursday, at age 19, he graduated from Casa Grande Union High School and is on his way to Central Arizona College. (Casa Grande Valley Newspapers, AZ)
Texas Bill Regulating Boarding Homes Could Stop Elderly, Disabled Abuse May 26, 2009
Bobby has cerebral palsy and takes four medications to prevent seizures. He moved into the lower valley group home in 2001 after his parents had trouble taking care him. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Photo Release -- Empire Film Group Joins With Easter Seals and United Cerebral Palsy for War Eagle Premiere & Promotions May 26, 2009
Photo Release -- Empire Film Group Joins With Easter Seals and United Cerebral Palsy for War Eagle Premiere tions - Yahoo ... Photo Release -- Empire Film Group Joins With Easter Seals and United Cerebral Palsy for War Eagle Premiere tions ... May 26, 2009 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Empire Film Group, Inc. (Other OTC: - ) () and Downstream People Productions, LLC have entered into a promotional relationship with the Easter Seals and United Cerebral Palsy organizations for the movie premiere and ongoing... (Primezone Releases)
Dare to dance May 25, 2009
Born with cerebral palsy, Carter-Long has always relied on his strengths his wit, charm, good looks to compensate for the fact that falling is part of his life. Even in his dreams, he had never imagined himself as a dancer. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Health in brief May 25, 2009
Children eligible for the program may be diagnosed with a variety of illnesses that could limit normal life expectancy such as cancer, major organ failures, HIV, cystic fibrosis, progressive genetic, neurological or metabolic disorders, renal failure or severe cerebral palsy. For information on Pediatric Palliative Care of the North Shore, a program of Hospice of the North Shore, call 978-223-9777 or visit www. (Georgetown Record, MA)
Golic, Freeman Take Home Top Athlete Honors at 2009 SB Awards May 25, 2009
Womble, 72, was born with cerebral palsy, but he has never allowed the condition to slow him down. He continues to regularly attend numerous UCSB Athletics events each year and in the spring of 2008, the Phil Womble Hall of Champions was dedicated in the lobby of the Intercollegiate Athletics Building on the UCSB campus. (Ucsbgauchos.com)
Linda Foster May 24, 2009
Hobbies: Watercolor painting, volunteering at United Cerebral Palsy, being queen of a Red Hat Society, growing fruit trees and roses, collecting antiques and old flower-patterned China, cooking, photography, travel, reading, music, bird watching. Bee reader since: 1994. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
NSW family moves into first stimulus-package dwelling May 24, 2009
The Yennora house will accommodate Amanouil and Madelaine Sada and their children, David, 16, Maria, 14, and 13-year-old Jonathan, who has cerebral palsy and quadriplegia and is in a wheelchair. Construction of the four-bedroom home, designed to accommodate Jonathan's special needs, began in February. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
At your service May 23, 2009
United Cerebral Palsy of East Central Florida: Provides disabled youth and adult employment opportunities, supported living, adult basic education, youth transition employment services and vocational evaluation. 386-274-6474. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Local)
Groups testify budget cuts would affect people's lives May 23, 2009
Also testifying were representatives of Citizens for the Arts in Pennsylvania, United Cerebral Palsy, the War Veterans Council, the Johnstown Heritage Association, the Lansdale Center for the Performing Arts, the Governor's Advisory Council on African-American Affairs, the York County Community Progress Council and dozens of other organizations that pleaded for a piece of the shrinking pot of state revenue. "If I get that money for the food bank, I probably have to take it away from" Main Street... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Kiwanis camp still taking applications May 23, 2009
The camp is targeted toward young people with physical disabilities including cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, spinal cord injuries, spina bifida, artificial limbs, or other physical challenges. Children who have high or low muscle tone may also apply. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Leveling the playing field May 22, 2009
Maverick has undergone 19 neurosurgeries since birth and lives with cerebral palsy, among other conditions. But that hasn't limited his enthusiasm. (OregonLive, OR -- News)
