Cerebral Palsy

Other Places To Get Help

Online Resource

ADA Home Page
U.S. Department of Justice
Web Address:	http://www.usdoj.gov/crt/ada/adahom1.htm
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Home Page is provided by the U.S. Department of Justice to inform Americans of their rights under the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. It includes information about technical assistance programs, access issues, the ADA mediation program, and other resources. There is also a toll-free ADA Information Line at 1-800-514-0301 (voice) or 1-800-514-0383 (TDD).

Organizations

Easter Seals
230 West Monroe Street
Suite 1800
Chicago, IL  60606
Phone:	1-800-221-6827 (312) 726-6200
Fax:	(312) 726-1494
TDD:	(312) 726-4258
Web Address:	www.easterseals.com
This organization provides information and services to help people with disabilities. Its programs include counseling, training, social clubs, camping, transportation, and referrals. Call for information on the nearest chapter or to receive a catalog of their publications and products.
National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS)
P.O. Box 5801
Bethesda, MD  20824
Phone:	1-800-352-9424 (301) 496-5751
TDD:	(301) 468-5981
Web Address:	www.ninds.nih.gov
The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS), a part of the National Institutes of Health, is the leading U.S. federal government agency supporting research on brain and nervous system disorders. It also provides the public with educational materials and information about these disorders.
March of Dimes
1275 Mamaroneck Avenue
White Plains, NY  10605
Phone:	(914) 997-4488
Web Address:	www.marchofdimes.com
The March of Dimes tries to improve the health of babies by preventing birth defects, premature birth, and early death. March of Dimes supports research, community services, education, and advocacy to save babies' lives. The organization's Web site has information on premature birth, birth defects, birth defects testing, pregnancy, and prenatal care. You can sign up to get a free newsletter and also explore Understanding Your Newborn: An Interactive Program for New Parents.
National Dissemination Center for Children with Disabilities
P.O. Box 1492
Washington, DC  20013
Phone:	1-800-695-0285
Fax:	(202) 884-8441
E-mail:	nichcy@aed.org
Web Address:	http://www.nichcy.org
The National Dissemination Center for Children with Disabilities (NICHCY) lists publications on different topics of concern for people with cerebral palsy. Parents and professionals can also search for information as well as get personal responses to questions.
United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) and the United Cerebral Palsy Research and Educational Foundation
1660 L Street, NW
Suite 700
Washington, DC  20036
Phone:	1-800-872-5827 (202) 776-0406
Fax:	(202) 776-0414
Web Address:	http://www.ucp.org
United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) is an organization that offers family support for people with cerebral palsy. UCP publishes newsletters, brochures, pamphlets, scientific reports, and books. UCP also works for the rights of people with cerebral palsy. It encourages research to help people with cerebral palsy. There are affiliated chapters in every U.S. state.

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Author:	Sabra L. Katz-Wise Ralph Poore	Last Updated: November 20, 2006
Medical Review:	Michael J. Sexton, MD - Pediatrics Louis Pellegrino, MD - Developmental Pediatrics
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