On March 2nd, a seasoned communications professional will be a center of attention at our Life Without Limits Gala as an emcee. Our theme this year is Play Without Limits and we’ve been blessed with having people who truly personify this statement, to join us. Don Lehn has fit this bill for 38 years. Don […]
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The Gift of Play – Seeing through Limitations
An outstanding addition to the Life Without Limits Gala lineup is Nathan DeWitt, a former Paralympian who will be the keynote speaker for the evening. For those who may not know about Nathan’s history, he truly embodies the theme of our gala: Play Without Limits. As an infant, he was diagnosed with spastic diplegia cerebral […]
Navigator for Youth Transitioning to Adult Services
High School Graduation is a traditional time of transition, However, for Youth living with CP and other disabilities, this transition is much more complicated as the graduate is no longer eligible for many programs and supports provided through Children’s’ Services. Youth with Disabilities and their families must find their way through an often-bewildering array of […]
Putting the Puzzle Together
PUTTING THE PUZZLE TOGETHER UNDERSTANDING NEEDS AND MAKING INCLUSION WORK – published by the Cerebral Palsy Association of BC – an invaluable resource for the classroom – outlines various conditions such as cerebral palsy, hydrocephalus, Rett Syndrome, etc. – defines, lists characteristics, outlines causes and treatments – in some cases offers tips in the classroom and […]
