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"from a Parent's Perspective"

Morgan LeeMorgan Lee

To Morgan Lee and her family, the difference between conductive education and some other programs is the difference between a bright future full of independence and just accepting the status quo, between ability and disability; the difference between celebrating her amazing progress and living in a state of confusion and hopelessness.

Read the entire story of Morgan Lee, as told by her parents, Monica & Michael.

Connor PerryConnor Perry

Connor was a former 24-week preemie, with extensive brain bleeds, hydrocephalus, epilepsy, and right hemi-plegic cerebral palsy. After little progress with “traditional” therapy, we sought other treatments.  I couldn’t imagine that 45 minutes a week of physical therapy was going to do much of anything, let alone teach a neurologically impaired child to walk or accomplish activities of daily living.

Read the entire story of Conner Perry, as told by his mother, Heather.

Hannah SmithHannah Smith

Our daughter Hannah was diagnosed with spina bifida while still in the womb. We chose to have fetal surgery for her when she was 23 weeks gestation and was born without further complication at 36 weeks gestation. She learned to roll, sit up and crawl not far behind her peers, but standing and walking has been a different story.

Read the entire story of Hannah Smith, as told by her mother, Amy.






Emmett O'Loughlin

EmmettEmmett is a beautiful, smart, and sociable young boy. However, the lack of oxygen to his brain around the time of his birth caused problems with the development of the way he uses his muscles. We were told he had cerebral palsy when he was about 3 months old, but knew well before then that he was at risk for having developmental delays. So, his entire life, we have been giving him as many opportunities as we possibly can to give him the best chance of being able to use his body successfully. We have worked with numerous physical, occupational, and speech therapists both at home and away from home - and still do. Read the entire story of Emmett O'Loughlin, as told by his mother, Dara.