Publications

The Centre for Cerebral Palsy is proud to present an Annual Report that demonstrates how we strive to ensure inclusion of people with cerebral palsy and other disabilities in every facet of society.

Annual Report 2010/2011

Annual Report 2009/2010

Annual Report 2008/2009

Annual Report 2007/2008

Publications

• What Do I Need To Know?
• The Power of Listening
• Teenagers with Cerebral Palsy need a good night’s sleep!
• People with Cerebral Palsy need a good night’s sleep!
• Young children with Cerebral Palsy need a good night’s sleep!

Training in the Disability Services Standards

This training package titled Training in the Disability Services Standards – What does it mean for me? has been developed as a joint project between Activ and The Centre for Cerebral Palsy.

The package has been designed to be a comprehensive training resource for all staff involved in the delivery of services for people with disabilities. Specifically, the package aims to:

Facilitate a sound understanding of the nine Disability Services Standards

Highlight the importance of the Standards in relation to the delivery of quality services for people with disabilities 

Explore the implications and application of the Standards for staff as they carry out their roles.

The training package comprises a Facilitators Guide, a Workbook and an accompanying CD containing both booklets and a series of PowerPoint slides for use during training.

Publications for Sale

The Centre also has a number of informative and practical publications available for purchase. You can download a list of publications and an order form here.

Kids First Publications

Supasibs DVD	$10.00 each
	In SupSibs, ten puppets introduce themselves through fun plays. We invite you into the lives of real families and their everyday experiences. The DVD is presented in a motivational, age-appropriate style, which will enable participation through active learning. This unique resource is aimed at young siblings (0-6yrs) of children with cerebral palsy. Click here to order

Siblings Books

$10.00 each or $35 set of four

For young siblings of children with cerebral palsy, understanding their brother or sister's disability can often be a challenge. Parents report that they are often unsure of how to broach the subject of their child's disability with their siblings. This set of four specifically designed books explores issues such as hospitalisation, people's individual differences, therapy and future prospects for people with cerebral palsy. Click here to order.

Family Matters: Siblings and Cerebral Palsy DVD
	$27.50 each
	Family Matters is a documentary film about the experiences of families living with cerebral palsy, and the relationship dynamics between siblings within these families. Through the personal stories of Ashlyn, Kristine and Ashley, this film provides insight and understanding about the strengths and the challenges that such families have. The DVD also contains a number of interviews with experts in the field of disability, cerebral palsy and sibling relationships.  Click here to order

Culturally Sensitive Practice Manual
	$65.00 each
	“Culturally Sensitive Practice” refers to the need for practitioners to demonstrate overall sensitivity in service provision by taking into account the diversity that exists in our multicultural society. It is about practitioners understanding the needs of people from culturally diverse backgrounds and designing effective programmes for these people. Click here to order

Citizenship: Toward the Final Frontier CD-ROM
	$27.50 each
	“Citizenship—Toward the Final Frontier” is a self-directed programme that empowers adolescents and young adults by facilitating access to knowledge, skills and the opportunity to become fully participating citizens.  The programme covers issues such as building a positive personal identity, increasing effective communication, understanding social and civic issues and learning how to expand community connection and participation.  It includes information, tips and activities. Click here to order Minimum System Requirements: PC with an Intel Pentium 233-MHz or faster processor (Pentium III recommended) 64MB of RAM (128MB recommended) or greater CD-ROM or DVD drive Super VGA (800 x 600) or higher resolution monitor Windows Media Player 9 or higher Adobe Acrobat Reader

 

Information for Parents (2007)
	$7.50 each
	This booklet has been written to answer parents' questions about cerebral palsy. Each child with cerebral palsy is different, each with his or her own unique strengths and particular challenges. Because each child is different, the information is presented in a general way. This booklet gives information on: · What is CP? · Treatment and Management of CP · Family Centered Practice · Services at The Centre for Cerebral Palsy · Education and Children with CP Click here to order

Information for Teachers (2007)
	$7.50 each
	This booklet has been written to answer teachers' questions about cerebral palsy. Information is relevant to Early Childhood Specialists, as well as general teaching staff. Each child with CP is different; each with his or her own unique strengths and particular challenges.  Because each child is different, the information is presented in a general way. This booklet gives general information on:  · What is CP? · Education and Children with CP, for example, “Facilitating Successful Inclusion”. Click here to order

Parent Perspectives (2007)
	$7.50 each
	In this booklet parents share the kaleidoscope of emotions they feel about their child with cerebral palsy.  They reflect on their own experiences and early days at The Centre for Cerebral Palsy (formerly the Cerebral Palsy Association of Western Australia) and share their feelings and growth in confidence during the early years of their child’s life.  Support is available from other parents and coping may be made easier by sharing your experiences.  We hope the stories in this booklet will help give parents a sense of support and belonging. Click here to order

Nicholas Nigel Norris (2000)
	$15.00 each or $17.00 with Workbook
	Storybook Nicholas Nigel Norris is a six year old boy who has cerebral palsy.  He is just beginning to notice he is a little different from his friends at school and beginning to be curious. Questions such as “What is a splint?”; “Why do I need them?” and “What is cerebral palsy?” are dealt with in a simple and encouraging way with beautiful illustrations throughout. The book targets the 5 – 8 year old age range. Workbook: "CP and Me" The workbook accompanies the storybook and is a resource for parents and children to work through  together.  It includes activities focusing on self esteem, body awareness and learning about cerebral palsy.  Click here to order

Let's Chat DVDs (1996)
	$27.50 each
	The DVDs ‘Let’s Chat 1’ (pre school children) and ‘Let’s Chat 2’ (primary school children) were produced in a documentary style, and introduce alternative communication systems. A group of people tell their own stories and communicate using a range of alternative communication systems with lots of different children in real  situations. Click here to order

A Guide for Swimming Teachers (2003)
	$11.00 each
	Like most children, children with cerebral palsy enjoy learning to swim. Swimming is also hugely beneficial for children with cerebral palsy. A swimming programme for any child should be fun and rewarding. The Centre for Cerebral Palsy, (formerly known as the Cerebral Palsy Association of Western Australia) produced the ‘Guide for Swimming Teachers’ to help swimming teachers identify what children should learn and provide well planned strategies to ensure that they achieve this. Click here to order

Bedtime Stories (2005)
	$27.50 each
	Getting our children to sleep - and stay asleep - is often more complicated than it looks. It’s a dilemma for all families … but for families who have a child with cerebral palsy, it can be more complex, and take more time to resolve.  In this program, we’ll meet three families who know all about sleeplessness.  We’ll discover how these families manage their problems, the strategies they’ve tried and what works best for them. These are their stories.  It’s an ongoing process, and their solutions are still emerging.  We hope that by sharing these stories, other families may feel encouraged to explore their own situation and potential solutions. (Please note: This DVD has been developed as a resource for health professionals, to be used as a discussion tool when running workshops or information sessions about sleep.  It does not provide information or advice on sleep strategies.) Click here to order

Body Works CD-ROM - All Kids All Sports (2005)
	$27.50 each
	The aim of the Body Works project was to produce an interactive multimedia CD ROM which will be a useful tool assisting teachers and students to adapt the Physical Education Curriculum to meet the needs of students with cerebral palsy, and to assist with inclusion within the school environment. The project was undertaken by The Centre for Cerebral Palsy, (formerly known as the Cerebral Palsy Association of Western Australia) and funded through the Non-Government Centre Support Non – School Organisations (NCS) Grants. Therapy staff and clients from CPAWA in conjunction with DUIT Multimedia and JVO Productions designed the CD ROM. The CD ROM offers information for the child with cerebral palsy, their peers and teachers in a number of formats, including case studies, video, printable resources and interactive questionnaires. Click here to order Minimum System Requirements: PC with an Intel Pentium 233-MHz or faster processor (Pentium III recommended) 64MB of RAM (128MB recommended) or greater CD-ROM or DVD drive Super VGA (800 x 600) or higher resolution monitor Windows Media Player 9 or higher Adobe Acrobat Reader