For families in Oregon dealing with a child with cerebral palsy or another disability that is the result of medical malpractice, there is hope. There are many resources that can help families to deal with their medical needs, social needs and legal needs. At Gershon, Willoughby, Getz & Smith, LLC, we are trained doctors and lawyers who help parents in Oregon to get the financial remunerations to which they are entitled as a result of medical malpractice. We assist families who face terrible medical malpractice situations to gain the financial recoveries they are entitled to – and that their child with cerebral palsy or another disability deserves.
Here, we offer a list of resources to help families in Oregon who are dealing with a child born or diagnosed with cerebral palsy.
Unique Resources in Oregon
UCEDD at the University of Oregon
The University of Oregon’s Center for Excellence in Development Disabilities (UCEDD) provides diagnostic services and referral/treatment recommendations for its clients. It serves the 12 counties that are located in the southern half of Oregon and their services include assessment and follow-up for child development programs, neurodevelopment issues, cardiology, spina bifida, feeding and nutrition. Contact at: UCEDD Center on Human Development, College of Education, 901 East 18th Avenue, Eugene, OR 97403,lesliem@uoregon.edu, (541) 346-3591.
Swindells Child Disability Resource Center
The Swindells Child Disability Resource Center offers families and caregivers a wealth of resources, information and training to help them deal with their child with cerebral palsy or other disabilities. They provide families with information about education, recreational activities, therapies and other resources to help families in Oregon and southwest Washington who are in need. Contact at: Providence Child Center, 830 NE 47th Ave., Portland, OR 97213, Local: 503-215-2429, Toll: 800-833-8899 ext. 52429.
United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) of Oregon and SW Washington
The United Cerebral Palsy of Oregon and SW Washington offers information and advocacy for those with cerebral palsy in Oregon. They offer individualized support and have been doing so for over 50 years. As they say on their website, “Our mission is to discover new ways to assist everyone to lead a meaningful and fulfilling life, full of personal choice and rich in community experiences and relationships.” Contact at: UCP, 305 NE 102nd, Suite 100, Portland, OR 97220, Phone: 503-777-4166.
Social Service Resources for Children with Cerebral Palsy in Oregon
Here is a list of a few organizations that can assist families who have a child with cerebral palsy.
State Department of Education: Special Education
Steven B. Johnson, Associate Superintendent
Office of Special Education
Department of Education
55 Capitol Street NE
Salem, OR 97310-0203
(503) 378-3598, ext. 639; (503) 378-2892 (TTY)
E-mail: steve.johnson@state.or.us
Web: www.ode.state.or.us/sped/index.htm
State Mental Health Representatives for Children and Youth
Stephen Perkins, Program Specialist
Office of Mental Health Services
MH and DD Services Division
2575 Bittern Street, NE
Salem, OR 97310-0520
(503) 945-9739
E-mail: perkinss@mail.mhd.hr.state.or.us
Program for Children with Disabilities: Ages 3-5
Jane Mulholland, Assistant Superintendent
Office of Special Education, Department of Education
255 Capitol Street N.E.
Salem, OR 97310-0203
(503) 378-3598, Ext. 642
E-mail: jane.mulholland@state.or.us
Web: www.ode.state.or.us
State Vocational Rehabilitation Agency
Joil A. Southwell, Administrator
Voc. Rehabilitation Division, Dept. of Human Resources
500 Summer Street, NE
Salem, OR 97310-1018
(503) 945-5880
E-mail: sally.s.zuelke@state.or.us
Programs for Infants and Toddlers with Disabilities: Ages Birth through 2
Jane Mulholland, Assistant Superintendent
Office of Special Education
Department of Education
255 Capitol Street N.E.
Salem, OR 97310-0203
(503) 378-3598, Ext. 642
E-mail: jane.mulholland@state.or.us
Web: www.ode.state.or.us