WHERE TO GET HELP

Cerebral palsy is a condition that affects body movements due to brain injury. The injury can occur before, during or after birth. Cerebral palsy can affect movement, coordination, muscle tone and posture. It can also be associated with impaired vision, hearing, speech, eating and learning. The Cerebral Palsy Society of New Zealand offers support services, information and grants to people affected by cerebral palsy and their family/whānau, and programmes that assist with independence and quality of life. 0800 503 603 cerebralpalsy.org.nz