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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.…
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Naidex: More than a Convention
Naidex 2025, taking place on 19th-20th March at the NEC Birmingham, is more than just a convention—it's a vital gathering for disabled people, their families, professionals, and advocates. While it showcases the latest advancements in assistive technology, mobility solutions, and accessibility services, its true power lies…
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Living with cerebral palsy and why society’s perception needs to change
Network CP paired up with Media Planet for Health Awareness’ Neurological Care Campaign. The purpose of the campaign is to give a voice to a range of neurological conditions, including CP! We covered a lot in 350 words – from healthcare, ageing, to attitudes. You can read the Article in Health Awareness You can read a…
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New National Cerebral Palsy Football League and CP Cup Sponsorship – Brain Injury Group
New National Cerebral Palsy Football League and CP Cup Sponsorship – Brain Injury Group We're delighted to announce that Brain Injury Group are proud sponsors of the following National Cerebral Palsy Football fixtures, plus the CP Cup held at St George's Park on 10th May 15 March, Salford Community Stadium 29 March,…
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My cerebral palsy and epilepsy journey. Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month
I was diagnosed with right sided hemiplegia at the age of one in 1977. I had my first seizure at the age of two and was diagnosed with epilepsy soon after. In the early days physio was part of my childhood routine, and I accepted it. But as I got older, I noticed people would stare at me when we were out and even though I…
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Non-Speaking teenager who wrote a book with his eyes says he's 'voice of the voiceless'
A teenager with severe cerebral palsy who wrote a book using his eyes has urged teachers not to underestimate their pupils. When Jonathan Bryan started school, he was given the label PMLD, which stands for profound and multiple learning disabilities. It meant he was placed on a sensory curriculum - essentially early years…
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Ensuring youth voice is at the heart of reforms to the Special Educational Needs
The Children's Commissioner’s Office recently met with the new SEND Youth Panel—11 young people with lived experience—to ensure their voices shape ongoing reforms. They spoke with education leaders and the Department for Education about key issues, including better collaboration between schools and families, earlier…
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Discover Kidz to Adultz Middle!
Discover Kidz to Adultz Middle! Adapt & Live will be attending Kidz Middle in Coventry on Thursday, 13th March 2025. Aurndra Marshall-Clarke, one of our Occupational Therapist's, will be delivering a session on sling selection. This session will cover all the factors that should be considered when prescribing a sling for a…
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Network CP Featured In The Guardian!
Network CP is proud to be part of the Neurological Health Campaign. I am thrilled to (finally) share that I have written an article that will feature in The Guardian print on 12 March 2025. I will also share the article on Scope's Online Community. This is a fantastic opportunity to raise national awareness of cerebral…
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CP on Morning Live!
Traitors winner Jake Brown featured on Morning Live. He talked about the importance of sports inclusion. As well as the impact of having a hidden disability. You can watch the segment on BBC IPlayer
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Eating and Drinking Ability Classification System for people with Cerebral Palsy (EDACS)
Since 2023, Sussex NHS Trust and Scope have worked together on an Eating and Drinking Classification System for people with cerebral palsy (CP). EDACS describes how people with cerebral palsy eat, drink and swallow using five distinct levels. EDACS is now used internationally. People with cerebral palsy cannot use the…
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New wheelchair
Hi, My son has his new wheelchair and it’s a quickie Qs5x and it’s excellent, however the footrest board is not quite right at the moment. He has CP with spasticity and dystonia and has pronation of his feet. His previous wheelchair footrest boards have been angled back slightly by his physiotherapist when he was at school…
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Why Cerebral Palsy (CP) Awareness Month is Important
Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month, observed every March, is important because it shines a spotlight on the most common motor disability in childhood, yet one that is often misunderstood or overlooked. Here’s why this month matters: 1. Raising Awareness Many people have a limited understanding of what cerebral palsy (CP) is…
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Dr Lin Berwick: The Importance of CP Awareness Month
As a woman with cerebral palsy commonly known as CP, I have battled my way through life for the last 75 years. It is thought that I am probably one of the oldest women with CP, yet I’ve managed to achieve great things way beyond anyone’s expectation. Life at 75 is a tremendous problem especially when there is a great deal…
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Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month Is Here!
Network CP talks a lot about Cerebral Palsy (CP)—it’s our mission, after all! But this month holds special significance. CP Awareness Month highlights the prevalence of CP. With 17 million people worldwide living with the condition. That’s a big community! Throughout March, we are raising awareness by hosting weekly events…
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Teen who beat the online bullies with Zach's Law. On mission to improve wheelchair access
A great story during Cerebral Palsy Awareness month and to celebrate Purple Day for Epilepsy. A teen is on a mission to improve wheelchair access after seeing success of law against online bulling. Zac Eagling, from from Liversedge, West Yorkshire, has cerebral palsy following a brain injury at birth but that has not…
