The Tokyo 2020 Paralympics are just a few days away! 🤩 Check out this special edition of our monthly newsletter, highlighting Paralympic sports that you can try on the Jooay app! 👉Register for the newsletter, we will send the full version straight to your inbox each month!

#WeThe15 For the 1.2 billion persons with disabilities, 15% of the world’s population, WeThe15 is a global movement publicly campaigning for disability visibility, accessibility, and inclusion. 👏👏 youtube.com/watch?v=gHCDvd… Get involved👇 wethe15.org/get-involved

Want to learn more about coaching? Visit us at childhooddisability.ca/wp-content/upl…

Learn about the Jooay app, a free app that connects children with disabilities and their families to leisure opportunities. childhooddisability.ca/newsletters/

Learn about the EDIT-CP Toolkit. It was designed to support clinicians to detect cerebral palsy and connect children to effective early interventions. childhooddisability.ca/wp-content/upl…

Cerebral palsy is a neurological disorder caused by a non-progressive brain injury or malformation that occurs while the child’s brain is immature. Learn more: childhooddisability.ca/diagnosis/cere… Early Detection and Intervention Toolkit for children with CP (EDIT-CP) childhooddisability.ca/edit-cp-toolki…

EDIT-CP refers to the Early Detection and Intervention Toolkit for children with CP. EDIT-CP is designed to support clinicians to detect CP early, and quickly connect children to evidence-informed early interventions. Learn more: childhooddisability.ca/diagnosis/cere…

This newsletter evaluates the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the mental health of children 5- 12 years of age and the unique challenges experienced by children with neurodevelopmental disorders. Click here to read more: childhooddisability.ca/wp-content/upl…

"Caregivers are instrumental in facilitating the growth and happiness of children and adolescents with various types of disabilities." Read our piece on caring for caregivers at childhooddisability.ca/wp-content/upl…

Leisure is an important part of every child’s life. Learn about the Jooay App, a free bilingual (English and French) app that connects children with disabilities and their families to leisure opportunities in their communities. Click here: childhooddisability.ca/wp-content/upl…

“A traumatic brain injury (TBI) varies tremendously in causes, symptoms, and outcomes. […] If a TBI is suspected, it is important to speak to a doctor as soon as possible to determine the best course of action.” Read more about TBI by clicking here: childhooddisability.ca/diagnosis/trau…

Are you looking for a measurement tool that can help families, rehab professionals, and community organizations gather information on the accessibility features of a community program or facility? Learn about the CHILD-CHII by clicking here: childhooddisability.ca/wp-content/upl…

Coaching can play an active role in childhood disability by providing guidance and support to children with disability and their families. Learn about the different types of coaching for children with disability and their families by clicking here: childhooddisability.ca/wp-content/upl…

What are the factors that adolescents with cerebral palsy perceive as important for their quality of life? Accessibility is one of them. Click on the link below to learn about the other factors: childhooddisability.ca/wp-content/upl…

Help Us Improve Jooay!

Aidez-nous à améliorer Jooay !

We're proud to partner with @ARCHDisability in this project to identify barriers to access to justice. Let's make sure we have youth and families represented! Please complete the survey and spread the word! CHILD-BRIGHT Network LINK @canchild_ca Kids Brain Health Network

Deadline extended | We are now accepting applications for the 2024 Frank Gavin awards until April 5! 🎉 Help us recognize #PatientEngagement leadership in pediatric brain-based disability research: child-bright.ca/frank-gavin-pa…

Date limite repoussée | Nous acceptons désormais les candidatures pour nos prix Frank Gavin 2024 jusqu’au 5 avril! 🎉Aidez-nous à reconnaître des partenaires de recherche qui démontrent du leadership exceptionnel: brillenfant.ca/prix-leadershi…

Join the 2024 AACPDM Community Forum! Date: October 26, 2024!