The mission of ToyaTuff is to provide support for families and caregivers of children and adults with developmental disabilities through education, resources and programs.
Check out our highlights from The 2024 4th Annual TOYA TUFF Adaptive Softball Game!
Check out our highlights from The 2024 4th Annual TOYA TUFF Adaptive Softball Game!
Through our TOYA TUFF giving program, we supply incontinence items to both children and adults with cerebral palsy, empowering them to lead fulfilling, comfortable, and dignified lives. This support also helps alleviate some financial burdens for their families.
Did You Know?
Medical costs for children with cerebral palsy are approximately ten times higher than those for children without disabilities. [1]
The expenses associated with caring for a child with cerebral palsy and an intellectual disability can surpass $50,000 annually.[2]
Children with cerebral palsy who also have an intellectual disorder often require specialized care from neurologists and therapists, leading to increased treatment expenses. [3]
Unfortunately, these costs increased over time.
Medical expenses associated with treating cerebral palsy vary depending on the severity and type of CP the child has. Greater severity of the disorder typically results in higher expenses.Toyatuff is dedicated to providing assistance in overcoming these barriers.
Things to know about Cerebral Palsy
Cerebral palsy (CP)is a group of disorders that affect a person’s ability to move and maintain balance and posture (CDC Foundation).
Cerebral palsy (CP) is the leading motor disability among children (CDC Foundation).
Numerous children with CP experience one or more additional conditions or illnesses alongside their CP, termed co-occurring conditions. For instance, approximately 4 out of every 10 children with CP also live with epilepsy, while about 1 out of every 10 have autism spectrum disorder (Cerebral Palsy Guide).
While there's no cure for CP, initiating treatment early can enhance the quality of life for individuals with the condition (CDC Foundation).
There are various types of cerebral palsy (CP). The five primary types include spastic, ataxic, athetoid (dyskinetic), hypotonic, and mixed cerebral palsy ( Cerebral Palsy Guide).
The severity of cerebral palsy can vary from mild to severe. Individuals with mild CP might walk with slight awkwardness, whereas those with severe CP may be unable to walk and may require lifelong assistance (Cerebral Palsy Guide).
Spastic Cerebral Palsy
The most common type of CP is spastic CP. Spastic CP affects about 80% of people with CP (CDC Foundation).
Spastic CP is characterized by increased muscle tone, resulting in stiff muscles and awkward movements (CDC Foundation).
Specific types include:
Spastic diplegia/diparesis: Primarily affects the legs, causing difficulty in walking due to tight hip and leg muscles.
Spastic hemiplegia/hemiparesis: Affects only one side of the body, often with the arm more affected than the leg.
Spastic quadriplegia/quadriparesis: The most severe form, impacting all four limbs, the trunk, and the face, often resulting in inability to walk and other developmental challenges like intellectual disability and seizures.