(This story was shared in response to our Youth Blog call for submissions. All opinions are those of the writer. Please share your story!) By Tylia Flores Waking up in pain and needing help to get out bed is all too typical for me. When you are born with a disability, you’re bound to face […]
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On the Matters of Health and Nutrition
By Taewon Kook Cerebral Palsy Association of British Columbia’s Youth Without Limits group meetings provide opportunities to discuss various topics from the perspectives of people with disabilities (PWDs) and to obtain useful information. During a meeting about health and nutrition on July 28, 2017, I shared my experience of my one dependence on Red Bull. […]
Children, youth and adults with disabilities in Kelowna can dance and stretch their way to health and fitness
Children, youth and adults with disabilities can dance and stretch their way to health and fitness: Two new adapted recreation programs offered in Kelowna by the Cerebral Palsy Association of BC October 2, 2017 – Children and youth with disabilities can add a bit more activity and wellness into their daily lives, thanks to two […]
Calling all youths for The Frames Film Program Fall 2017
The Frames Film Program is looking for the next young film enthusiasts for its 16th cycle. The program will start from October 4th to December 6th, 2017 at Drive Youth Employment Services. It is a ten-week program that runs every Wednesday evenings, 6pm to 9pm, with one weekend shoot and one weekend edit session. Participants will receive a hot meal and […]
Your journey is just beginning: A letter to the parents of children with CP
By Tylia Flores To the parents who just found out their child has cerebral palsy: I know that this may be a hard pill to swallow, but your journey is just beginning. You probably will hear the word “never” a lot in the beginning of your journey with cerebral palsy. Or you may have heard […]
