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| Having a child with cerebral palsy requires that you pay close attention to the laws that effect your child, to your current finances and your financial future, and being aware of how the whole legal system works. While only a professional lawyer or an expert on these matters can fully inform you as to which decisions should be made regarding these issues, this site contains a brief overview of cerebral palsy and money, education, insurance, and law. Within this site, you’ll find information on financing care for your child with cerebral palsy, letters of medical necessity, health insurance, the legal system, including information on the Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA), the Developmentally Disabled Assistance and Bill of Rights Act, state departments of vocational rehabilitation, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as well as an overview of life insurance and estate planning. After exploring this site and utilizing it as a resource, please consult with a professional on how these issues specifically apply to you or the child in your care. |
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