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The American Syringomyelia & Chiari Alliance Project Inc. (ASAP) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of individuals affected by Chiari malformation, syringomyelia, and related disorders. They provide support, education and information for patients and their families, fund research, and work to increase awareness and understanding of these conditions.
Vision refers to more than an ability to see things close or far away. The eyes’ ability to move and work together as a team are important aspects of vision.
Learning that your child has Down syndrome can be overwhelming. This checklist was developed to help guide you through the first steps.
This book describes the communication delays that are common in children with Down syndrome.
The CHOP Community Resources database offers families and professionals the opportunity to see what resources for children with disabilities and illnesses are available in the region and, in some instances, across the country.
Early Intervention (EI): Coordinated by the Child Development Watch program in the Division of Public Health. Serves children ages 0-3 years.
No charges for assessments; services are billed to family’s insurance company.
Children with disabilities are two to five times more likely to be killed in pedestrian accidents than their typically developing peers. Find safety tips.
Individuals with Down syndrome can be trusting, putting them at risk of harm. Alyssa Siegel, MD, offers stranger safety tips for parents and caregivers.
People with intellectual or developmental disabilities are more likely to be abused by someone they know than a stranger. Education is key to preventing abuse.
Children with Down syndrome may face significant risk of bullying, but you can help them build confidence and learn tactics for handling aggressive behavior.