Important Links



timmyfoundation.org Based in Indianapolis, Indiana, the Timmy Foundation was organized by Dr. Chuck Dietzen, a pediatric rehab doctor, interested in providing assistance to underserved children in the United States, as well as in foreign countries. The Timmy Foundation helps children around the world, while offering volunteers a life changing experience.---If you feel compelled to donate-- this is the place. They also help children like Jimmy do the "cool" stuff, like wrestling , baseball etc. Jimmy speaks with DR Chuck about the foundation and " Ability" . Jimmy is an ambassador /speakers bureau and is very proud of his involvement with Dr Chuck and the work of the foundation.



Smiles from Nicholas was started in remembrance of a brave little boy, Nicholas Rydzynski, who battled both Cerebral Palsy and Pediatric Cancer during his very short life. The Smiles from Nicholas foundation provides knowledge, comfort and hope to families currently living through their Cerebral Palsy and Pediatric Cancer journeys. Using all funds raised to invest in research to find Cures for those living with Cerebral Palsy and Pediatric Cancer today, and those who will go on these journeys in the future, and don't know it yet. http://www.smilesfromnicholas.org/ This is a wonderful web site Please visit for information and to donate. Watch the video and see why this is a favorite.. Marie Kennedy is featured on this web site with additional stories and questions and answers with the Kennedy Family under " Awareness" Link



United Cerebral Palsy
Go here for local and national informational. (in the US type in your zip code and you will get the addresses of your nearest CP resources)

Cerebral Palsy Connection (CPC)
This site provides communication with other parents and many other helpful links

thasc.com
THASC Sales Company Inc. is a private profit-making company dedicated to the employment of handicapped people and senior citizens. THASC Sales Company, Inc. has been in business for 26 years, established in 1977.

You Will Dream New Dreams
Learn about an excellent book for parents, the People with Disabilities Press book series, and other valuable resources. >

Empowering Caregivers (CHOICES*HEALING*LOVE)
This is more for adult caregivers but has many useful articles and links.