Medical history of patient:
Bailey’s mother had complications during her pregnancy with her, but they have not noticed anything unusual with Bailey’s health before her diagnosis. She had the common cold every once in a while, but she has not had any other complications since birth prior to her Cerebral Palsy. She was then diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy at the age of 5 (present day).
Family members:
Bailey’s mother’s name is Linda and her father’s name is Robert. Both of her parents work full time, and they are in the upper middle class. Her mom is a nurse at a nursing home and works long hours, and her dad is a dentist who works days and is often times on call. Her parents are married, and she has one little brother who is three years old named Brock.
Diagnosis:
Cerebral Palsy: a …show more content…
I have presented many groups to them that they can go to on their own time. At these support groups, Bailey and her family can meet other families who are going through the same thing. Finding a friend who is going through what Bailey is going through would be a great way to build connections and supporters for her and her family.
School considerations:
Though Bailey is keeping up with her school work, it may not be a bad idea to hire someone who can help her out when she is at school. As years go by, she will have more responsibilities, and she will need someone to help her throughout the day with her supplies at school. Also, it would be beneficial for her to go to a school that is handicap accessible. Having an elevator at her school would significantly help her out while at school.
Resources/programs:
United Cerebral Palsy Association Toll-Free Hotline: Provides information and literature on Cerebral Palsy; Hours: 9:00 - 5:00 weekdays; (800) 872-5827.
The Ultimate Resource for Everything Cerebral Palsy: Helps provide government assistance for those with Cerebral Palsy; (800)
Bailey’s mother had complications during her pregnancy with her, but they have not noticed anything unusual with Bailey’s health before her diagnosis. She had the common cold every once in a while, but she has not had any other complications since birth prior to her Cerebral Palsy. She was then diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy at the age of 5 (present day).
Family members:
Bailey’s mother’s name is Linda and her father’s name is Robert. Both of her parents work full time, and they are in the upper middle class. Her mom is a nurse at a nursing home and works long hours, and her dad is a dentist who works days and is often times on call. Her parents are married, and she has one little brother who is three years old named Brock.
Diagnosis:
Cerebral Palsy: a …show more content…
I have presented many groups to them that they can go to on their own time. At these support groups, Bailey and her family can meet other families who are going through the same thing. Finding a friend who is going through what Bailey is going through would be a great way to build connections and supporters for her and her family.
School considerations:
Though Bailey is keeping up with her school work, it may not be a bad idea to hire someone who can help her out when she is at school. As years go by, she will have more responsibilities, and she will need someone to help her throughout the day with her supplies at school. Also, it would be beneficial for her to go to a school that is handicap accessible. Having an elevator at her school would significantly help her out while at school.
Resources/programs:
United Cerebral Palsy Association Toll-Free Hotline: Provides information and literature on Cerebral Palsy; Hours: 9:00 - 5:00 weekdays; (800) 872-5827.
The Ultimate Resource for Everything Cerebral Palsy: Helps provide government assistance for those with Cerebral Palsy; (800)