Our nurses, patient advocates, and legal experts are solely focused on bringing you the latest cerebral palsy information, options for financial assistance, and access to community support.
Cerebral Palsy Center was created with those affected most by this condition in mind. From your child’s initial diagnosis through ongoing treatment and transition to everyday life, we want to provide a support network that offers real help.
With access to real experts, the latest information, and meaningful financial assistance, we hope to empower your child to reach their highest quality of life.
Multi-state licensed attorney with more than 20 years of experience in birth injury litigation and patient outreach. Has helped thousands of families affected by medical mistakes and cerebral palsy.
Experienced surgical nurse with more than 10 years in hospital-based care. Works extensively with pediatric patients and families navigating birth injuries and cerebral palsy diagnoses.
Dedicated patient advocate helping families understand their options and navigate the legal, medical, and financial landscape following a cerebral palsy or birth injury diagnosis.
A cerebral palsy diagnosis can be harrowing for a family as they weigh their baby’s prognosis, treatment needs, and changes in lifestyle. While coping with the changes CP may bring to the life they envisioned with their child, parents must learn a new world of information and find the time and resources to give their child proper care.
Most parents report their journey through cerebral palsy as difficult, but supremely rewarding. In this challenging time, we strive to be a buoy of support — with tireless effort to bring you the latest information on treatment options, connection to support groups and medical providers in your area, and access to medical and legal experts for answers about your child’s case and the compensation available to you.
We’re here to help at every step of your family’s cerebral palsy journey.
Cerebral palsy is a class of neurological disorders that can affect movement and muscle control. Since it is typically the result of brain damage that happens just before, during, or shortly after birth, it is considered a birth injury.
Unfortunately, there is no cure at this time for cerebral palsy. However, the condition doesn’t worsen over time, and through early detection, therapy, and medical treatment, the symptoms can be more effectively managed. See our full treatment guide.
Financial aid may be available through Social Security, health insurance, Medicaid, and private grants. The greatest source of financial assistance is typically a legal claim if your child’s CP was caused by a medical mistake. Learn about disability benefits or speak with a lawyer today.
Early signs in young babies include unusual posture, stiff or floppy movement, poor head control, and difficulty swallowing or feeding. In babies over 10 months, signs include favoring one limb, difficulty rolling over or sitting up, trouble grasping objects, and difficulty focusing vision. See the full symptoms guide.
Causes and risk factors include oxygen deprivation, premature birth, low birth weight, delivery tool trauma, kernicterus, infections during pregnancy, and prenatal exposure to drugs or alcohol. Sadly, many cases result from medical mistakes — including ignoring fetal distress, improper delivery tool use, and delayed C-sections. Full causes guide.
Since every child’s CP has different severity and circumstances, it’s difficult to give an average value without review. However, with average lifetime care costs around $1.7 million, settlements often exceed $1 million. See recent settlement examples or speak with a lawyer today for a free case review.
Our nurses, patient advocates and legal experts are solely focused on bringing you the latest cerebral palsy information, options for financial assistance and access to community support.
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