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Infant & Toddler Years
Many babies don’t show signs of cerebral palsy right away or they might not be obvious. Some signs that you may notice as your child grows might be lagging behind on physical milestones or may have involuntary muscle control and limp or tight muscles.
Cerebral Palsy is different for everyone and not all signs and symptoms are the same.
We are here to help.
Early intervention can be helpful during these early development stages but can also be overwhelming! We are here to help you with what your child needs and the path you might want to take.
These can include help finding a path to ensure you have the support you need regarding physio therapy, speech language pathology,…
Even Childcare. We can help you find the Supported Child Development Program (SCDP) in your area.
The Supported Child Development Program helps family access inclusive childcare for Children with support needs and offers consulting and supports services to child care centres and families to facilitate inclusion.
Child Care
Children with special needs may be eligible for an additional $150 per month towards the cost of child care.
- Affordable Child Care Benefit: The Affordable Child Care Benefit is a monthly payment to help eligible families with the cost of child care. Factors like income, family size, and type of care determine how much support families may receive. Families need to renew their application every year
Child Disability Benefit
You many be able to apply for the child disability benefit.
- Child Disability Benefit: The Child disability benefit (CDB) is a tax-free monthly payment made to families who care for a child under the age of 18 with a severe and prolonged impairment in physical or mental functions.
At Home Program - Medical Benefits
You may need specialized equipment like a special seat or a walker to help support learning to walk. This type of financial support is through a program called the At Home Program.
- At Home Program – Medical Benefits: The At Home Program is designed to support children and youth with severe disabilities and complex health care needs. The program provides a range of medical equipment and services for eligible children.
Everything will come together! We can help you every step of the way!
And maybe join our Parent Support Facebook Group and connect with other families to share ideas with things that work or don’t work.
Early intervention programs might help you navigate these treatments. A child’s health care professional can work with you to develop a treatment plan.
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Cerebral Palsy Association of British Columbia is a non-profit organization supporting people in BC with cerebral palsy.
