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Woman with cerebral palsy 'crying for help' over energy costs
A woman living with cerebral palsy who finds winter "really hard" because of her condition has said she has to go to a day centre three days a week to keep warm because of rising energy costs. Janice Hall said she also uses a centre in Wythenshawe, Manchester, "to get a main meal" as her bills have increased. The…
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Hi, I'm M4RYB! Does anyone else have a similar experience of CP and the natural ageing process?
Good morning, I’ve just joined your community. I was diagnosed with CP when I was 10 months old - I am now 73. I was 3 months premature and weighed two and a half pounds. The CP affects my left side. My left arm is at 90 degrees - it won’t straighten. My left hand is smaller than my right. Now my left hand is becoming…
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Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month 2022
What is Cerebral Palsy (CP) Awareness month? March is Cerebral palsy awareness month, which is dedicated to the 17 million people diagnosed with Cerebral palsy around the world. Let’s shed some light on cerebral palsy, shall we? It’s a condition that affects the movements of the limbs and overall body. It can also affect…
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wanted to help with cerebral palsy month
richard layla did not get back us about both things we offer to for cerebral month loraine with knowlegh of traveling and my life storey looking to sharring but seems scope does cerebral palsy anymore
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Swallowing Awareness Day and Cerebral Palsy
Why Swallowing Awareness Day is so important Eating, drinking and swallowing is an essential part of most people’s day and is often taken for granted, but for some people, it is not that easy. Dysphagia, or eating, drinking and swallowing difficulties, can affect a person’s quality of life and can lead to other health…
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Hi, my name is brian1958! I've just found out I have ataxic cerable palsy
I am 63,and just found out I have ataxic cerable palsy.
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Poem called My experience Living with Cerebral Palsy
A poem called My experience Living with Cerebral Palsy A young man called Jay. He remembers the negatively that used to surround him about having cerebral palsy. I am proud to say I have cerebral palsy have still been able to achieve glory as I look to tell my story. People use to tell me I would not achieve because have…
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Afternoon of Inclusive Dance, Pamper, Food, Games, and Social?!
Who's joining us for an afternoon of Inclusive Dance, Pamper, Food, Games, and Social?! We are delighted that we have partnered up with National Bobath Cerebral Palsy Centre to bring you a fantastic afternoon of fun at the national centre in Watford!This event will consist of an inclusive dance, food & drink, a nail bar, a…
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Enable 5 talks about Anxiety
New community member @Enable5 shares their first video blog about anxiety. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s1KEfTCIrPQ&feature=share&fbclid=IwAR2sgGp4wxyJcafYeyR02hOun-d6ImnljlJ3mHaRfPnWQrN-3xQNkJ_UYUk
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Ageing Well with a Lifelong Disability Zoom Discussion
We all want to age well and continue living our lives to their fullest. What does it mean to age well well with a lifelong disability like Cerebral Palsy and other lifelong conditions or Impairments? It's time we had the discussion. 15th of March 6 pm to 8 pm Register Meeting Registration - Zoom
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Hi, my name is Dougy6536 I was wondering the benefits of additional pyhsio
Hi all, I hope you're well. My son was diagnosed with bilateral spastic diplegia cerebral palsy he is currently 3 years old. He requires to wear boots and attends 1 physio session every couple of months. They have said he is doing good but that's not excellent. Although the physio is fantastic I believe one session isn't…
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#LetsTalkCerebralPalsy for CP Awareness Month
March is Cerebral Palsy Awareness month, which is dedicated to the 17 million people diagnosed with cerebral palsy around the world. Cerebral palsy affects many people in the UK and is more common than some people realise. Around 2-2.5 in every 1000 children in the UK are born with cerebral palsy and there are an estimated…
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2 yr old girl with CP mild 1 upper limb deficiency
Hi my name is sue I have a 2 yr old girl with CP mild 1 upper limb deficiency is tube fed does not drink but only eats puree foods. None verbal and does not crawl or sit up a very happy content girl enjoys people and nursery sleeps fairly well extremely fidgety. Lives with me and my partner we have no family or friends so…
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ADAPT - children's clothing market reserach
Hi parents! I am carrying out some research on the children’s cerebral palsy clothing market and was hoping you’d be able to help me. I am currently a fashion and business management student in my final year. I am looking to open a business that will improve the retail offering for children with cerebral palsy, designing…
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A Look At Adult CP Research
On February 8, 2022, experts from the University of Michigan shared insights about care and treatment for adults with CP, as well as ongoing and emerging research that will be helpful for the adult community. Find the transcript to follow along here: https://adobe.ly/3tdZHFD https://youtu.be/9BR0NSfUePw</div> The research…
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Move More March This Cerebral Palsy (CP) Awareness Month
Did you know exercise is vital for CP (Cerebral Palsy)? They go hand in hand like a perfect fitting glove. The less you move the worse your CP will be but the more we move the better our CP is. I am Sam, for those that do not know me I am a fully qualified level 4 neurological personal trainer & fitness instructor and I…
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New to scope. Aging and CP
Hello, I will be turning 50 this year, I know we all slow down as we age, but the older I get, the more my cp (spastic diaplegia) is impacting on my life. I'm glad I've finally logged on! I've already seen your video on aging and cp and I hope to find support and laughs along the way.
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Support for children with CP
Hello, My toddler has CP (hemiplegia). We're considering moving back to the UK, from Canada. He currently gets a range of services / therapies through state health provisions here. I'm trying to get a sense of what is provided thru the NHS, what waiting lists are like and if we need to brace ourselves to privately cover…
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I have CP hemiplegic. I have anxiety and low self esteem. Has anyone had similar experiences?
Hi my name Chuck I have cerebral palsy hemiplegic affects right side I have anxiety low self esteem in socially i am independent I emotionally struggle socially perception of me have other people had similar experiences how have cp community had experiences and thoughts? I had bad experiences in life i I just got turn…
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Free Webinar Talk with Tully Kearney MBE
The first in a series of events coming up is a free webinar featuring Tully Kearney MBE, Paralympic Champion. The webinar is on 10th March 6-7 pm – hope you can make it too! Register here: https://cpsport.org/events/?category=Webinars [Tully Kearney sitting in her wheelchair holding her gold and silver medals on a green…
