Information & Referral: More October Disability-Related Awareness Events

October is coming to an end however I wanted to highlight a few more disability related awareness events that occur each October:

Spina Bifida Awareness Month

Every October, the Spina Bifida Association (SBA) raises public awareness about Spina Bifida during Spina Bifida Awareness Month. Throughout the year, and especially in October, SBA implements key programs and services to support its mission. SBA provides information through their National Resource Center and has Chapters nationwide.

Additional Information:

• My Child Without Limit's Spina Bifida Page
• CDC's Spina Bifida Information

National Physical Therapy Month

National Physical Therapy Month, sponsored by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA), is a nationwide observance held each October. This year's theme is "Move Forward: Physical Therapy Brings Motion to Life." Physical therapy is an important treatment for many people with developmental disabilities.

Additional Information

• APTA's Web site for professionals and patients.
• The My Child Without Limits Web site also has a section on physical therapy.

National Down Syndrome Awareness Month

The National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS) sponsors Down Syndrome Awareness month in October. During the month the Society has promoted the "My Great Story" campaign which honors and celebrates the great stories of the 400,000 Americans living with Down syndrome by showcasing these stories in a beautiful online storybook. This book will feature inspirational stories about work, school, friends, family, hobbies, travel, the NDSS Buddy Walk^® program and many other things.

Additional Information:

• My Child Without Limit's Down Syndrome Page