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Next Steps
Hi everyone, This is just a post to learn more about other's experiences and get any advice that this lovely community can provide us with. My brother who is about to turn 19 feels that he has no community or friends. He has CP and fully wheelchair bound. No matter how much support that I can provide, he still needs…
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‘Out Of My Mind’ Director Amber Sealey And Co-Star Luke Kirby Hope Movie Helps Normalize Disability
Article from Yahoo News The Disney+ original movie Out of My Mind, based on the book by Sharon M. Draper, is about a girl with cerebral palsy who cannot speak. In putting Melody Brooks (Phoebe-Rae Taylor) on screen, director Amber Sealey hopes to show viewers they can talk to people with disabilities, even if that…
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Positive Swimming Experience with My (CP)! 😃
Hi Family & Friends, This MONDAY has being My last Adult Swimming Lesson, (using Halliwick Method), before the Easter Holidays! In My 3 Week Easter Holidays, I'll try to visit the Hornsea Hub to practice My new Swimming Lesson Skills, too! For all info on these Lessons please see the Link (below), thanks! 😃 👍 🥰 💖 # Thanks,…
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Reconnection with My College Friend! 🥰
Hi Everybody at Cerebral Palsy Network, I’d really like to reconnect with Claire Dalgety (lives in Goole) because when I was at Beverley College with her, I couldn’t see the Wood for the Trees! 🌳🌳🌳🌳 I wish I’d partied 🎉🥳🎉 more, studied less, I also wish I’d kept in touch & made more Friends at the Beverley College, too!…
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Adaptive Yoga and cerebral palsy
During the pandemic, I wanted to try something different, outside of my comfort zone. I found Adaptive Yoga. Yoga has so many benefits, limited mobility is not a barrier. Give it a try. Balance Isn’t About Pushing Yourself — It’s About Supporting Yourself. Hey there, If you’ve ever felt unsteady standing, or anxious about…
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Ice skating and cerebral palsy
Evie's Ice Skating Journey: Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month As part of Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month, we're delighted to share Evie's ice skating journey! ⛸️ Ice skating has given Evie the opportunity to do a sport which we never thought possible. Evie has gained confidence and the ability to push herself and improve at…
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Teenager with cerebral palsy finds voice through his eyes
From Sky News Jonathan who has cerebral palsy was told he had learning difficulties and wouldn’t learn to read or communicate. His mum helped create a system where he can speak through his eyes and he is now a published author. Watch Jonathan's interview
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Life Reimagined is a free 4-part wellbeing series for parents of children with additional needs
Life Remagined | Almond Tree The Almond Tree Foundation About the Series Life Reimagined is a free 4-part wellbeing series for parents of children with special or additional needs. In this series, we’ll explore what becomes possible when we look beyond the daily demands of parenting and reconnect with the wellbeing,…
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Barriers to accessing education-Free drop session for parents of disabled children. Wales
FREE for Families in Wales Barriers to Accessing Education Is your child struggling to attend, or maintain attendance in school? Join our drop-in session for parents; a relaxed and supportive space where you can seek advice, speak to others, or simply listen. What’s It About? • Guidance and Advice: Get practical tips on…
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Can My 12-Year-Old Nephew with Severe Cerebral Palsy Get Medical Support in the UK?
Hi everyone, I am seeking advice on whether my 12-year-old nephew with severe cerebral palsy can get medical treatment in the UK. He was diagnosed at birth, but unfortunately, he has never received proper medical care. He cannot speak, stand, or walk.
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i have cerebraly palsy i am 56 looking for friends . i sometimes i pain in the right hip wondering if anyone else get this thank you your time
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Research into Quality of Life and Physical Activity in Children and Young People with CP
Research Opportunity This project aims to explore the link between physical activity and quality of life in children and young people with CP (ages 8-17). The study involves a short survey where children and young people with CP provide insights into their physical activity levels and well-being. Parents and guardians are…
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Forty Years Celebrating Disabled Artists Across the UK
Let's keep raising awareness during Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month. An artist who has quadriplegic cerebral palsy is one of many showcasing her creativity at a 40th anniversary festival to celebrate disabled and deaf artists. BBC Celebration of Disabled Artists
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Meet the Author-Samantha Maxwell. CP Isn't Me and other ventures
Samantha Maxwell-Interview with Sara Edwards-Cerebral Palsy Specialist. Samantha Maxwell from Wrexham is the author of CP Isn’t Me and Disabling Ableism. I caught up with Samantha to discuss the inspiration behind her writing, the impact of her books and what the future holds. Samantha has a mild form of cerebral palsy. In…
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Ageing Well with Cerebral Palsy: Dr Kirsty Colquhoun and CP Scotland
This webinar, which took place on 25 March 2025, was hosted by our friends at Cerebral Palsy Scotland as part of Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month. The webinar featured a presentation from Kirsty Colquhoun, Consultant Geriatrician, NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde. Kirsty looked at how cerebral palsy can impact the ageing…
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Share your transport experiences in the National Accessible Transport Survey
You are invited to take part in the National Accessible Transport Survey and share your experiences of transport and travel. We will use the findings to tell the Government, the transport industry, the media, and the public about the state of transport accessibility, and why it must improve, so that disabled people can…
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Are You a Premature/Pre-term, NICU Baby?
FROM NICU TO NOW YOUNG PEOPLE’S VOICE IN RESEARCH Were you in the NICU as a baby? We’d love to hear your story! The Neonatal Medicine Group at Imperial College London is looking to set up a group for young people (aged 17-24) to help shape neonatal research. Why join? Inform neonatal research Share your thoughts and…
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How to Achieve Optimum Quality of Life for People Living with Dysphagia
This nutrition-themed blog has been written by Sophia Cornelius, Development Dietitian for Wiltshire Farm Foods, about improving life for people living with dysphagia. An alarming 51% of people living with swallowing difficulties – also known as dysphagia – are at risk of malnutrition1. The physical and psychological…
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PS4 problems. My son has hemiplegia and can't use a normal controller. Are there any solutions?
Hiya , my son really wants a PS4 for children but he has heamiplegia on his right side & can’t use a normal controller does anyone know if I can buy anything to help make it easier for him thank you !!!
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Help for a teenager with cerebral palsy learning English as a second language
I would like to know if there is any support available for teenagers who are learning English as a second language who also have cerebral palsy. I understand some people with CP may have motor difficulties with writing by hand, for example. Are there any tools that make writing easier? She may have to do handwritten exams.…
