The Cerebral Palsy Support Network (CPSN) is an independent, not-for-profit organisation based in Victoria which provides information, resources and support to people with cerebral palsy (CP) and their families.
Originally established in 1995 as a monthly support group for parents, membership has rapidly grown and now, over two decades later, the organisation is incorporated and registered, governed and led by people with cerebral palsy and their families, serving almost 1700 members.
CPSN is user-led, community focused and purpose-driven. Their purpose is to share knowledge, create connections and provide support in partnership with members. CPSN provides independent information and advice on all matters relating to cerebral palsy, deliver one on one support to members facing specific issues and linkages to relevant services.
Programs and services include:
- improve awareness of CP
- promote the social model of disability
- empower individuals with CP and their families, to understand and cope with the challenges of life with CP
- person-centred approach focuses on what really matters to gain more control over their own lives
- Type of Advocacy:
- Self Advocacy & Campaign Groups
- Area of operation:
- Statewide
- Address
- PO Box 267
Coburg VIC 3058 - Phone:
- (03) 9478 1001
- Email:
- [email protected]
- Website:
- http://www.cpsn.org.au