
Early Intervention Program at Northeastern University
Support provided by Bouvé College of Health Sciences at Northeastern University
Cleft Lip/Palate (in alphabetical order)
Cleft Advocate
This website provides comprehensive information about children with cleft
lip and/or palate. It also discusses financial issues with emphasis on insurance.
Celft Palate Foundation
(CPF)
This foundation is a non-profit organization that is working towards improving
quality of life for children born with cleft lip, cleft palate, and other
facial birth defects.
Surgery
for Cleft Lip and Cleft Palate
Are you interested in surgery for cleft lip and/or palate? Do you need help
locating a surgeon? This website outlines the surgery procedures involved
in treating cleft, the core team involved, and can also help locate a surgeon
in your area.
Smiles
Smiles' mission is to "improve the lives of children in our country
and around the world." This site is comprised of dedicated families
who have first hand experience with cleft lip, cleft palate, and other craniofacial
deformities. It is aimed at providing information and knowledge to parents
about craniofacial deformities. It talks about the "TEAM" approach
to treat cleft lip and cleft palate, also discusses each members' role on
the team.
Wide
Smiles: Early Intervention Information
Learn more about children born with cleft lips/palates and other related
and rare syndromes.