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July 24, 2020

30th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act

The historic Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was signed into law on July 26, 1990, by President George H.W. Bush — marking this month its 30th anniversary. The ADA was the country’s first-ever comprehensive civil rights law for people with disabilities, offering protection against discrimination and imposing accessibility requirements in workplaces and the public. The passage of this law was

July 1, 2020

Everyone Experiences Pain Differently

There are so many different causes for potential pain that it can be hard to find the cause. If you have CP or are a parent of someone with CP it is really important to empower yourself with information on pain including what causes it and options for treatment. You need to work out what is causing the pain not just mask it with pain medication.

"Every Person who has cerebral palsy experiences pain differently" shown in text above a representation of two people, one in a wheelchair, the other using crutches

July 1, 2020

Universal Homes Lookbook

From simple to extravagant, these homes provide inspiration for every one and every need!

July 1, 2020

Why It's So Important for People with Disabilities to Vote

It would be an understatement to say that the last few weeks have been unprecedentedly difficult. Some of you might feel hopeless, some fearful, and some defeated. However, it’s times like this that we must muster up our strength and forge forward.

July 1, 2020

Navigating CP and Depression at the Same Time

There is insufficient research on adults living with cerebral palsy, (as referenced in my previous blog post on cerebral palsy and adulthood). Although there is a paucity of studies examining mental health in this population, medical researchers have speculated that the rate of depression is three to four times higher in people with disabilities such as CP than it is in the general population.

July 1, 2020

Building Your Care Team- The People You May Meet

When first meeting a parent who's had a child newly diagnosed with cerebral palsy, I really want to try and help them understand their baby. It can be difficult for parents to take it in all at once and many leave that first interview quite overwhelmed, but you're going to meet some really important and helpful people.

July 1, 2020

Common Causes of Pain

One of the things that we typically forget when we look at kids who have conditions like CP, is that they're first and foremost, children.

Drawing of tooth and ear with the words "toothaches, earaches, sore throats, and bellyaches"

July 1, 2020

Episode 3- Universal Homes "Holiday Escape"

A woman using an overhead hoist with tracking system to transfer from bed to wheelchair with assistance.

July 1, 2020

7 Principles of Universal Design

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.