For parents

If you are a parent with a child living with paralysis, we offer free resources and services to help prepare for the years ahead. Our goal is to ensure your child lives a healthy, active, and full life.

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Pediatric rehabilitation programs and health insurance >Pediatric rehabilitation programs and health insurance

It’s never too early to investigate rehabilitation centers to make sure the facility supports your child’s health.

Education for children living with paralysis >Education for children living with paralysis

From preschool to high school, it’s important to be aware of available educational services.

Choosing a college to best fit your child's needs >Choosing a college to best fit your child's needs

Prepare for the college selection process and get smart about higher education and disability services.

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Have a question about paralysis? Our information specialists are available to help by phone or email.

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Talk to someone who understands. Our certified mentors are people living with or impacted by paralysis.

Free services and downloads

Paralysis Resource Guide >Paralysis Resource Guide

Our free guide is an essential tool for everyone living with paralysis.

Wallet cards >Wallet cards

Get handy wallet cards with vital information that could save your life. Available for both adults and kids.

Fact sheets A-Z >Fact sheets A-Z

We have over 100 fact sheets for you to download and keep.

Patient education booklets >Patient education booklets

On many secondary conditions that can occur as a result of paralysis

Over 223,000 copies of the Paralysis Resource Guide have been distributed

Resources in your area

Find resources and organizations that support people living with paralysis.

The National Paralysis Resource Center website is supported by the Administration for Community Living (ACL), U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as part of a financial assistance award totaling $8,700,000 with 100 percent funding by ACL/HHS. The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement, by ACL/HHS, or the U.S. Government.