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Prejudice of others toward disability can also be a barrier to participation for children with CP with respect to leisure activities. [118] One way occupational therapists can address this barrier is to teach the child to educate others on CP – thus reducing stigma and enhancing participation. [ 121 ]
The Lanterman Developmental Disabilities Act (AB 846), also known as the Lanterman Act, is a California law that was initially proposed by Assembly member Frank D. Lanterman in 1973 and passed in 1977 and gives people with developmental disabilities the right to services and supports that enable them to live a more independent and normal life.
The California Department of Developmental Services is a state agency of California, headquartered in Downtown Sacramento. [1] The agency provides services for California residents with developmental disabilities, such as autism, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, intellectual disability and conditions related to intellectual disability.
The California Department of Rehabilitation (DOR) is a California state department which administers vocational rehabilitation services. It provides vocational rehabilitation services and advocacy from over 100 locations throughout California seeking employment, independence, and equality for individuals with disabilities .
Children with disabilities have challenges in accessing play and social interactions. [27] Play is essential for the physical, emotional, and social well-being of all children. [ 28 ] The use of assistive technology has been recommended to facilitate the communication, mobility, and independence of children with disabilities. [ 29 ]
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Californians with disabilities would receive a new savings account with $250 in it, under a bill introduced by Sen. Josh Newman, D-Fullerton, and sponsored by California State Treasurer Fiona Ma.
Adapted physical education is the art and science of developing, implementing, and monitoring a carefully designed physical education. Instructional program for a learner with a disability, based on a comprehensive assessment, to give the learner the skills necessary for a lifetime of rich leisure, recreation, and sport experiences to enhance physical fitness and wellness.