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Cerebral Palsy Toolkit: A Resource for Parents

Learning that your child has cerebral palsy can be devastating for parents, bringing strong emotions as well as worrisome uncertainties. It is understandable that is such circumstances parents would have more questions than answers. And when given an “answer” it is normal to ask—is this right for our child? For our family?

Levine & Perconti, a nationally recognized personal injury law firm has developed the Cerebral Palsy Guide & Toolkit because they understand how overwhelming a cerebral palsy diagnosis can be for families. Their goal is to provide parents and caregivers with a trusted, easy-to-understand resource that brings together practical information about treatments, therapies, assistive technology, education, and day-to-day support so parents can make informed decisions and feel more confident navigating their journey.

The Toolkit covers questions related to the diagnosis itself such as:

• What is Cerebral Palsy?
• How is Cerebral Palsy Diagnosed?
• Does Cerebral Palsy Get Worse with Age?

In addition, the information addresses topics like early intervention, insurance, and special needs planning.

I was also impressed by the list of available organizations they list as resources that provide assistance, education, and referral to individuals and families. They make a great point when they explain: 
“Networking with organizations that specialize in cerebral palsy and special needs in children can provide a wealth of information and moral support as you go through the challenges of raising a special needs child.”

Overall, this toolkit can be a hopeful guide for parents looking for assistance on planning the best outcomes for their children and families. Highly recommended!