Cerebral Palsy Alliance (CPA)
Cerebral Palsy Alliance is a ground-breaking, global centre of expertise for cerebral palsy research, advocacy, intervention and assistive technology innovation.
Our research and innovation inform our world-class services, which include early childhood intervention, therapy, health and wellbeing, sports, assistive technology, independence skill building, short- and long-term support accommodation and supported employment services.
At Cerebral Palsy Alliance we believe that every person with a disability is the expert on their own life, and we work collaboratively to develop tailored plans that address immediate needs and long-term goals. This model of care is central to how we develop and deliver our services.
We will support our clients to navigate the NDIS and optimise their plans, reducing the time and stress of managing numerous providers.
Services include:
Services for clients with cerebral palsy and similar conditions include:
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- Physical ability – movement and mobility, supporting goals around spasticity management, maintaining/ improving muscular skeletal health and improving fitness
- Positive Behaviour Support – including news ways to communicate to reduce challenging behaviour
- Independence – including choice, school and work transition, developing relationships and socialising, recreation, travel training, and supported accommodation
- Communication – including communication skills using speech and communication aids, improving speech intelligibility, literacy, and comprehension
- Dysphagia and mealtime management – including promoting safe and enjoyable mealtimes and saliva management
- Self-care – including activities of daily living such as dressing, food preparation and personal care
- Assistive technology – including mobility, seating and positioning equipment, switch access, environmental control and speech generating devices
We know that your patient’s well-being is central to your practice. You will receive regular updates about your patient’s progress.
To Refer
If you would like to refer a patient or discuss options with an allied health or lifestyle professional please complete the online form below, alternatively contact us:
- Phone 1300 888 378
- Fax 02 9451 5209
- Mail PO Box 171 Forestville NSW 2087
- Email referrals@cerebralpalsy.org.au