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Education and Awareness: Cerebral Palsy

Siblings with a Mission
spreads awareness of cerebral palsy to communities around the world. Through articles posted on our website, we provide information about cerebral palsy as well as current research. We also connect members to facilities and associations that assist individuals diagnosed with cerebral palsy.

To learn about the symptoms and causes of cerebral palsy, click here.

Articles about Cerebral Palsy:
"That's So Retarded" by Louise van den Bergh
    Why do people use the word "retarded"? Is the word accurate? How do you feel when people say the word "retarded?" Our International Down Syndrome Chairman discusses the debate around the word "retarded" and why people should NOT use it. Click
here to read the article.

Take the R-Word Pledge
     "Spread the Word to End the Word." Take the pledge to eliminate the R-word here.


"World Cerebral Palsy Day,"
By Bethany Light

      Show your support for World Cerebral Palsy Day! World Cerebral Palsy Day is in early October each year. This article provides numerous ways by which you can support people impacted by cerebral palsy. This includes education campaigns, self-hosted events, and many other fun ideas. To learn more about how you can join in and show your support, click here to read the story. 
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Resources for People with Cerebral Palsy and their Families

            United Cerebral Palsy (USA), website 

            International Cerebral Palsy Society (UK), website 

            The Ontario Federation for Cerebral Palsy, website 

            Cerebral Palsy Society of New Zealand, website 


           Cerebral Palsy Guide (USA), website

           Erb's Palsy Guide (USA), website        


For more information about resources, feel free ask questions during our events or contact us here.

Siblings with a Mission is an international organization established to serve and support siblings of individuals with special needs. All images are found on Google images and are solely used for education purposes. The stories and advice provided by Siblings with a Mission are not to be replaced by professional advice and counseling but to be considered as an additional source of support.
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