CEREBLAR PALSY

Government Benefits 

Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or “Disability” provides monthly payments to people who have a disability that stops or limits their ability to work.

 National Charity Resources

• MyChild™ provides information, tips, resources, encouragement and inspiration to individuals touched by Cerebral Palsy.

• United Cerebral Palsy to promote the independence and inclusion of people with cerebral palsy, intellectual, developmental, and other disabilities through our network of affiliates and partnerships.

• The International Cerebral Palsy Society (ICPS) is an international non-profit association with members in over 60 countries around the world.

• CPIRF is a non-profit organization based in Princeton Junction, New Jersey that focuses exclusively on funding research, advocating for Federal support and fostering educational initiatives on behalf of people with Cerebral Palsy.

• Warren Center advocates, serves and empowers the children and families impacted by developmental delays and disabilities.

• The Legal Framework for the Child Centered Special Education Process  (Region 18 ESC) – Orthopedic Impairment eligibility criteria.

• TEA School Health – Students with Special Health Needs – In accordance with HB 1322 passed by the 81st Legislative Session in 2009, TEA added fact sheets to its website on specific disabilities.

• Center for Parent Information and Resources – This organization serves the nation as a central source of information on: disabilities in infants, toddlers, children, and youth; 

• Cerebral Palsy Alliance Research Foundation – funds US-based research to change what’s possible for people with cerebral palsy, implements proven science, and advances innovation to benefit all people with disabilities around the world.

•  Cerebral Palsy Foundation – Committed to increasing awareness and support for cerebral palsy public policy, research and investment in order to improve health outcomes and quality of life. 

• Easter Seals – Provides services, education, outreach, and advocacy so that people can live, learn, work and play in our communities. This website details Easter Seals services and provides information and resources related to Cerebral Palsy and other disabilities.

LOCAL DFW

• Easter Seals Central Texas – Services are focused into multiple areas of care that create successful outcomes for clients from birth to advanced age: Outpatient Medical Rehabilitation, Workforce Development and Community & Housing Services.

• Cerebral Palsy Awareness Transition Hope We are a Central Texas-based non-profit dedicated to supporting individuals with cerebral palsy.

• CEREBRAL PALSY GROUP 321-456-9875 www.cerebralpalsygroup.com/cerebral-palsy/ Cerebral Palsy Group is here to provide free educational information and support to those who have been affected by cerebral palsy. Cerebral Palsy is an umbrella term that refers to a group of disorders affecting a person’s ability to move. Cerebral Palsy Group is an online resource that brings information directly to you in a helpful way.
  

• Easterseals North Texas  – Providing unique programs and services for individuals with a wide variety of disabilities, including Autism Spectrum Disorder, Alzheimer’s disease, Down syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Mental and Developmental Delays. Our services evolve with the needs of North Texans, and are provided in our centers in Fort Worth and Carrollton.

•  Navigate Life Texas – The UCP website provides national topics and events, articles, online resources, and more. 

• The Arc of Greater Tarrant County is a 501(c)3, non profit organization that has worked to improve the quality of life for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Arc of Greater Tarrant County was founded in 1949 by a group of parents who wished to discuss educational needs for their children

• Ability Connection, a 71-year-old 501(c)3 nonprofit, serves over 1,000 people with all types of intellectual or other developmental disabilities across Texas

• Special Abilities of North Texas provide the highest quality care, training, and support to adults with developmental disabilities, giving them opportunities to succeed in life, family, and the community. We prioritize offering inclusive activities to people with varying disabilities and needs. We serve adults age 18 and up with diagnoses including down syndrome, autism, cerebral palsy, and other developmental disabilities.