Assistive technology comes in all shapes and sizes to help adapt your environment to best meet your needs. From tools to help you turn on the lights to high tech games to help you participate with your peers, AT can equalize the playing field!
Good nutrition is critical for your child's healthy brain development. It's not uncommon for families to struggle getting enough food to eat. If you feel like you haven't had enough food to feed your whole family in the last month, please talk to someone. This is a common problem.
Oropharyngeal dysphagia, or OPD, is an impairment of the oral or pharyngeal phases of the swallow. This can impair muscle movements and coordination of the mouth, such as the lips, tongue, jaw, cheeks, palate, and also muscles of the pharynx and the entry to the airway.
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Weight, height and body composition are important indicators for development. The tools used to measure these can be different for children with cerebral palsy.
When we have a physical disability, our bones can get a bit weak or osteoporotic. Something that can be improved is promoting bone health for people with cerebral palsy.
Looking to design a new space? This quick summary of the 7 principles of universal design is an easy go to make sure you are meeting your accessibility needs.
Download this guidebook before you meet with an architect to make the most out of your new home design!