Local Community
Caring for a child can be tough and very challenging. While every child is a joy to their parents, families of children with a disability find simple everyday living more difficult. Financial assistance, respite care - time out and community support can make a world of difference.
The Westfield Community Program was launched in early 2008 to address these needs in our local communities. Each Westfield Centre across Australia partners with a local disability service provider to help improve the quality of life for children with disabilities their families.
Westfield Belconnen encourages you to support its local community partner The Cerebral Palsy Alliance.
The Cerebral Palsy Alliance in the ACT
Get Inspired
The Cerebral Palsy Alliance has been building futures for adults and children with cerebral palsy for over 64 years, and has grown to become one of the largest providers of services, information and support for people with cerebral palsy in NSW and the ACT.
Cerebral Palsy is a permanent physical condition that affects movement. In Australia it is estimated that one child in every 400 is born with cerebral palsy. There is no pre-birth test, and no known cure, and for most, the cause of CP is unknown.
The Cerebral Palsy Alliance therapy team in the Spence, ACT is made up of a range of experienced professionals (physiotherapist, occupational therapist, speech pathologist, youth worker) offering innovative approaches to support children, families and the local community. Services include mobility options, communication, mealtime management, technology for leisure and learning, recreation programs as well as a CP Helpline.
Take Action
TO DONATE: Your donation will be gratefully received at Westfield Belconnen or Westfield Woden, alternatively you can send your donation to The Spastic Centre, PO Box 233 KIPPAX 2615 ACT
Phone The Cerebral Palsy Alliance on (02) 6258 3200 or email cleruez@tscnsw.org.au
Volunteers: Please contact The Cerebral Palsy Alliance on (02) 6258 3200 to find out more
