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Sam,
San Francisco
Nano,
San Francisco
Where can you get help learning the skills you need to become an independent adult with special needs? Where can you find a skilled caregiver you can trust. Who will make your medical decisions in the future? Where can you find a therapist who understands your condition?
BE A MENTOR
Are you an adult with Cerebral Palsy or with a developmental disability? You can tell your story on this website and help young people with your condition transition to adulthood following your example. Become a Mentor.
This is my story. I am a young man living with CP. I am proud to say I have a job and work with immigrant workers in San Francisco. I believe that you need to listen to your body and slow down to take care of yourself. Learn more about me and what makes me who I am.
Alva,
Oakland
Alva is an adult with dystonic CP and a power wheelchair user who launched her own functional clothing line! She currently works at the YMCA and her passion is fashion. She has been a public speaker on disabilities since the age of eight. Her goal is to be a public speaker for diversity in the workforce including adults with CP. Learn more about Alva.
This is my family. My wife came to America just like me from our shared home country of Cambodia. We live in San Francisco where I finished college in broadcasting. Learn more about my life and challenges and meet my family.
Lyra,
San Ramon
My name is Lyra and I am an adult with CP and dystonia. I grew up in the Bay Area and would love to tell you my story. I believe in the magic of believing in yourself and would like to share what I learned growing up with CP.
I work during the school year and went to college at San Jose State for my Bachelors in Psychology. Read more about me and my life