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New Orleans WALK to End Hydrocephalus
When you take part in a WALK, you join more than 1 million Americans and their families who want to change the future of hydrocephalus!
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Wichita WALK to End Hydrocephalus
When you take part in a WALK, you join more than 1 million Americans and their families who want to change the future of hydrocephalus!
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Los Angeles WALK to End Hydrocephalus
When you take part in a WALK, you join more than 1 million Americans and their families who want to change the future of hydrocephalus!
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Des Moines WALK to End Hydrocephalus
When you take part in a WALK, you join more than 1 million Americans and their families who want to change the future of hydrocephalus!
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Orange County WALK to End Hydrocephalus
When you take part in a WALK, you join more than 1 million Americans and their families who want to change the future of hydrocephalus!
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Brainy Camps and Camp Headstrong are Back This Year!
The camp’s mission is to help campers form friendships, become responsible leaders, and develop independence and self-reliance.
Read MoreWALK to End Hydrocephalus® Participant Privacy Policy
This privacy policy governs your use of the software application WALK to End Hydrocephalus® for mobile devices.
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Statement by Hydrocephalus Association President and CEO Diana Gray on Washington Post Article About Chloe Kral
The Washington Post recently published a story about Chloe Kral, who suffered for years and was told she had severe mental illness before discovering later that she had hydrocephalus. Here’s a statement from HA’s President & CEO Diana Gray about Chloe’s remarkable story.
Read MoreCollege Status and Leave Policies
Students with hydrocephalus may require more flexibility in their college experience, due to unpredictable hospitalization, medical procedures, and illness. It’s important for students and families to understand the policies on full- and part-time student status as well as leaves of absence before committing to a school.
Read MoreCollege Programs for Academic and Accessibility Support
Academic support varies across colleges, from peer tutoring and writing centers to specialized programs to schools completely built around educating students with learning disabilities. Additionally, some schools are well known for their inclusive approach to physical accessibility.
Read MoreDifferences Between High School and College Accommodations
It is important for students and families to understand that the services, supports, and accommodations that a student received in high school may not be available in the college setting. The responsibility for requesting and managing accommodations also rests fully on the student, unless a FERPA waiver is on file with the school.
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2021 WALK to End Hydrocephalus Raises over $1.6 Million
Our WALK to End Hydrocephalus program had a successful year, raising over $1.6 million for HA’s research, support, education and advocacy efforts.
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Announcing our 2021 Hydrocephalus Association Scholarship Recipients!
The Hydrocephalus Association (HA) is pleased and honored to announce our 2021 Hydrocephalus Association Scholarship Recipients.
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Amanda Garzon, MA
As the COO, Amanda is responsible for developing and implementing operations strategies that allow the Hydrocephalus Association (HA) to meet its strategic goals and vision.
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The Importance of a Support System
Living with hydrocephalus can feel overwhelming at times. That’s why building a strong support system is so important. Our team of trained professionals is here to help! Our staff will listen to your concerns and connect you with helpful resources.
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Webinar: Educational Testing: What It Can Tell Us About Our Kids
The signs of learning challenges can be subtle and might be present but misunderstood or confused by both teachers and parents as disinterest or behavioral issues. Join Dr. Andrew Zabel…
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Chicago WALK to End Hydrocephalus
When you take part in a WALK, you join more than 1 million Americans and their families who want to change the future of hydrocephalus!
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Greater New England WALK to End Hydrocephalus
When you take part in a WALK, you join more than 1 million Americans and their families who want to change the future of hydrocephalus!
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Atlanta WALK to End Hydrocephalus
When you take part in a WALK, you join more than 1 million Americans and their families who want to change the future of hydrocephalus!
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San Francisco WALK to End Hydrocephalus
When you take part in a WALK, you join more than 1 million Americans and their families who want to change the future of hydrocephalus!
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