Facebook Groups and More Social Media Resources for Parents of Children with Cerebral Palsy

Websites and organizations are a great source of information for parents of children with cerebral palsy. But sometimes what parents really need is a place to ask questions, share experiences, and offer assistance in a more real-time way—and social media is perfect for that. I asked Ellen Seidman, who writes about raising a son with cerebral palsy on her blog Love That Max, to suggest some Facebook resources she’s found helpful, and she mentioned the following places where parents gather. You can also follow Ellen on Facebook and Twitter. CHASA Shoe Exchange Find it at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/chasashoeexchange/ Description (from the Chasa website): “Children with hemiplegic cerebral palsy…
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What to Expect from an Occupational Therapist

Children with cerebral palsy may struggle with cognitive and motor skill challenges. Occupational therapy uses a regiment of exercises, adaptive equipment, and training to help a child improve their fine motor and life skills. Learn how you, your child's caregivers and your therapist can form a winning team.   http://www.cpfamilynetwork.org/blogs/what-to-expect-from-your-occupational-therapist?utm_campaign=CPFN%20Eblast%20-%20Jan%209.%202013&utm_medium=email&utm_source=newsletter&utm_content=What%20to%20Expect%20from%20Your%20Occupational%20Therapist