Cerebral Palsy Association

The Cerebral Palsy Association of Merced County is an organization whose chief objective is to provide support services to people who are affected by Cerebral Palsy. More often than not, young families lack the financial resources to pay for these services and equipment on their own or even with insurance.

Through organizations like United Way of Merced County, the Cerebral Palsy Association of Merced County and other organizations, families are able to receive many costly services that would otherwise be unavailable. Cerebral Palsy is a neurological disorder that appears in infancy or early childhood. Cerebral Palsy permanently affects body movement and muscle coordination and often requires costly equipment and specialized services. Through their “Support for Physically Impaired and Their Families” program, the Cerebral Palsy Association of Merced County raises money to provide emergency support to families, acquire specialized equipment and better provide access to services. While Cerebral Palsy can’t be cured, treatment will often improve a child's capabilities Services may include physical therapy; speech therapy; therapy to relax muscle spasms and alleviate pain; seizure medications; surgery to correct anatomical abnormalities or release tight muscles; braces and other orthotic devices; rolling walkers and wheelchairs; and communication aids such as computers.

With early intervention, many children are able to enjoy near-normal adult lives. With early treatment, children have a better chance of overcoming developmental disabilities or learning new ways to accomplish the tasks that challenge them. For more information about the Cerebral Palsy association of Merced County, call 381-6744.

Cerebral Palsy Association of Merced County
PO Box 1286
Merced, CA 95340
209-381-6744 (voice)
209-381-6765 (fax)