Cerebral palsy is a neurological disorder of movement, muscle tone or posture that is caused by injury or abnormal development in the immature brain, most often before birth. Cerebral palsy is caused by an abnormality or disruption in brain development. Most of these problems occur as the baby grows in the womb, but they can… Continue reading What is Cerebral Palsy? Symptoms, Treatment and Resources
Caregiver Story Spotlight | Shield HealthCare “What Makes Caregiving Rewarding?” Story Contest Story by True G., 2008 Story Contest Runner-up “We have the honor of being able to care for our 26-year-old son, Joseph (Joe Joe). He has Cerebral Palsy as a result of being born almost 3 months premature. He can’t walk or talk… Continue reading Caregiving Family For Son With Cerebral Palsy Inspired By The Denver Broncos
The holiday season at Shield HealthCare would not be complete without a Santa and staff visit to the United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) Adult Development Center in Chatsworth, CA. This year’s joyful visit included cozy socks for all and lots of laughter and smiles! UCP gracefully shared their appreciation in a letter stating, “How grateful we are… Continue reading A Letter To Shield HealthCare From United Cerebral Palsy