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I am the parent of a 12 year old and we went through what you are going
through when Matt was about Mary's age.  He too is mild CP with cognitive
delays.  We opted to go for a wheelchair even though we were leaning towards
the stroller.  The professionals we were working with used the logic of how
he would be perceived by the general public as he aged and a wheelchair has
had less stigma as he has gotten older.  In our case limited funding was an
issue and we made our decision based on long term needs as it has to last us
for many years.

Best of luck with your decision - it is truly a difficult one.  We are all
happy with wheelchair and Matt has increased upper body strength so he is
able to handle the wheelchair himself on most days which gives him added
self confidence and independence.

Lisa



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From: Cerebral Palsy List [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of
JOHN RUNER
Sent: Sunday, June 28, 2009 8:36 PM
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Subject: Stroller or wheel chair for mild CP?

In another group some parents thought I should be looking at funding a whee=
l chair instead of a stroller.   Mary is 9=2C 52 inches tall and weighs 50 =
pounds .  She has mild CP and right side weakness=2C plus cognitive delays.=
  She prefers a stroller when asked.  Any thoughts or experiences?

Thanks=2C

John Runer

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