Does every case of Cerebral Palsy get worse?  Kathy Pink






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----- Original Message -----
From: Bobby Greer <[log in to unmask]>
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Sunday, April 16, 2000 5:20 PM
Subject: Re: Thanks for volunteering!! (NM Article)


> In a message dated 4/16/00 9:11:04 PM, [log in to unmask] writes:
> Bobby Greer, mild CP
> 62 yrs old
>
>
> <<  1. What are the things that cause you the greatest concern when you
think
>  about growing older with a pre-existing disabilty?
>
> That the disabilities will get worse,ie., poorer balance, more muscle
> tightness and soreness, etc.
>
>  2. What are some things you are looking foward to as you age?
>
> Retirement I think, being free of work, enjoring grand children
>
>  3. What do you wish your primary care provider knew about treating folks
> with life long disabilities?
>
> Have had no problems this way. I have other non-CP related health
problems,
> hypertension, heart trouble, etc.
>
>  4. What kind of supports do you think you will need to continue to live
your
> life in the way you choose as you grow older?
>
> I am not sure what you me by "supports"
>
>  5. If you could change one thing (big or little, stricly personal or with
> implications for others) to insure that you would "age well" what would
that
> be?
>
> Take better care of my condition, eta right and excercise
>
> Bonnie if you want more specifics ask me.
>
>  The questions are just a guide, other thoughts are always welcome!
>
> Also contact me privately if talking on the phone is easier than typing
> extensive e-mails.  I'll try to call you from my office (shhh! ;-))
>  Bonnie (the "old" woman with CP)
>  and Claude (the almost three year od service dog)
>