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How an eBay find has helped to transform the life of a man from Tyneside living with cerebral palsy
Cory Hall has had treatments and surgery to try to ease his clenched fist, but none solved the issue until a budget find on eBay changed his life. Watch on ITV
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CP Network meets Matt Stabb
Lucy had the pleasure of interviewing CP network member Matt Stabb. He has written a book about living with Cerebral Palsy. Lucy: Hi Matt, thank you for speaking with us about your new book, Keep on Keeping on: Cerebral Palsy. It’s about your life living with Cerebral Palsy. As someone with CP myself, it was refreshing to…
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Children help develop 'fun' new physio aid
From BBC News An award-winning Loughborough designer has created a potentially life-changing physiotherapy aid to help children with learning and movement disabilities. Katie Michaels was inspired to create Moti Me - which uses animal characters, colourful lights and dozens of mini games to develop movement - when a family…
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Comedian explains why cerebral palsy was never going to hold her back
From The Express Comedian and writer Rosie Jones has never let cerebral palsy hold her back and, as her brilliant (and controversial) new sitcom in which she plays an unlikely drug mule reveals, disabilities shouldn't be a barrier... even to a life of crime Comedian and writer Rosie Jones breaking down barriers for people…
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British Power Hockey League finale!
Come along and watch the very best power hockey players Britain has to offer in what promises to be a fast-paced finale weekend for the 2025 British Power Hockey League! Cardiff City Foundation, Marton Furness (near Middlesbrough), and two team from Greenbank in Liverpool (the Bears and the Spartans) will face off to see…
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BBC Make a Difference Awards in Wales 2025
Community heroes from across Wales have been shortlisted for the BBC Cymru awards on 20 September 2025. You can read all the nominations by following the link BBC Make a Difference Awards One of the Young Hero Award nominations is Andrei Santau. Diagnosed with CP, Andrei took his first independent steps at the age of 10. A…
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BBC Make a Difference Awards in Wales.
Community heroes from across Wales have been shortlisted for the BBC Cymru awards on 20 September 2025. You can read all the nominations by following the link BBC Make a Difference Awards One of the Young Hero Award nominations is Andrei Santau. Diagnosed with CP, Andrei took his first independent steps at the age of 10. A…
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Volunteers Week-Celebrating Welsh Volunteers
Volunteers are the lifeblood of voluntary and community organisations in Wales. They are at the heart of a wide range of services, providing support to a huge diversity of people and communities who rely on them. In Wales it is estimated that approximately 938,000 volunteers contributed a total of 145 million hours of…
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Hi, my name is gemslover!
Here to discuss back pain originally to help others with not being alone. I have 3 slipped discs and trapped sciatic nerve since November 1st 2024. Now it's end of may 2025 and it's been 3 weeks now since i'm pain free…. took the docs long enough! grrr! Due to lack of mobility I've discovered Gemporia the jewellery…
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Network CP Leeds Meet up!
On Monday 19 May we had our first Scope CP Network meet up at the Scope Leeds Hub. We organised this in partnership with Cerebral Palsy Adult Advice UK (CPAAUK). We had a great time getting to know each other over a biscuit and a brew. We discussed our commonalities; the difficulty in getting healthcare, startle reflex,…
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Artist wins award for exhibition exploring disability
From BBC News by Rachel Russell An exhibition that explored an artist's life as a disabled person has won an award. Jason Wilsher-Mills' work, Are We there Yet?, won the Museum and Heritage Awards' Temporary or Touring Exhibition of the Year. It attracted more than 51,000 visitors when it was on display at Ferens Art…
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Race Across the World's Tom admits fears over "diagnosis" defining him.
21 year old Tom has opened up about being diagnosed with cerebral palsy and his fear that it would "define" him. Read his story in the link below. Race Across the World-Not Letting Disability Define Me
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Vicki Wilson: Championing Disability Inclusion Through Business and Policy Change
Disabled entrepreneur and advocate Vicki Wilson, founder of Vicki Admin Fairy®, is celebrating a weekend of national recognition, both for her business journey and her commitment to supporting disabled-led enterprise. On Thursday 9th May 2025, Vicki received the Inspiring Journey Award at the prestigious Woman Who Achieves…
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Yeovil Man to Run the London Marathon
Connor Hyde who has epilepsy and cerebral palsy ran the London Marathon 2025. BBC News
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Foundation: Sutton Announce New Cerebral Palsy Team
Sutton United Foundation is very excited to announce that we are extending the Sutton United Disability Section in 2025/26. Our 3 Pan Disability teams will be joined by a Cerebral Palsy football team, with the plan then to enter the CP National League in the first season. Glen May, the new Head of CP Football said “Really…
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Cerebral palsy runner from Southampton to take on London Marathon
From Daily Echo A runner with cerebral palsy from Southampton is set to take on the London Marathon while attempting a new Guinness World Record. Gus McKechnie is a qualified American football referee and will be using some of his own kit for his record, running as the fastest CIH athlete dressed as a referee. Gus, who…
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Sugar Kayne Radio: A Journey of Resilience, Passion and the Power of Music
Sugar Kayne radio. A creation by Matthew Kayne. Since its launch, Sugar Kayne Radio has grown into a favourite for worldwide listeners of RnB, Club Classics, and feel-good hits. Hosted by DJ Sugar Kayne, also known as Matthew Kayne, Sugar Kayne Radio is more than just music- it's a lively community, where listeners connect…
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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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I won my case
Hi everyone, just to let you know after nearly 7 months of heartache, stress, anxiety and many tears, I have won my case against the DWP/PIP as they have now admitted that they mis-managed my case. I'm getting compensation and all those months back dated. I feel vindicated at last
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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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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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Flower power
I was feeling rather fed up this morning and dealing with health flared up yet again then I got a knock on the door a delivery of tiny plug plants that I completely forgot I ordered in early January on a special offer deal so it was a nice surprise today seeing these tiny little plants about an inch big and knowing that…
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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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My Successful PIP Appeal – What I Learned & How I Prepared and how £20 helped me win!
Hi everyone, I wanted to share my PIP tribunal experience to help others who might be going through the same thing. I was initially awarded 0 points for both daily living and mobility, but after appealing, I was awarded Enhanced Daily Living and Standard Mobility for 5 years. The process was frustrating and exhausting, but…
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Happy birthday - 27th February - Steve Harley RIP
My idol, a very talented and successful, disabled musician whose birthday I have always remembered with excitement and love ♥️
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Hi, my name is Bertie1960!
If Benefits are there to stop people being left out or suffering hardship. Is it ok to feel Content with my Lott in life? Is it Ok to be happy and have a laugh and not feel as if I shouldn't be here or be free to do anything. Is it ok to buy things nice or "spoil myself" Ever again ?
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Augmented Assistance Technology. Question and Answer session with Michael Cash from Voiceitt.
Michael Cash-Voiceitt. Question one: Hi Michael, Welcome to Scope’s online community. We’re here today discussing Augmented Assistive Communication (AAC), particularly your company Voiceitt. Before we get into the details, tell me about yourself and your background. Answer: From a young age my parents noticed I wasn’t…
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How Scouts opened the door for my daughter with cerebral palsy
Sophie is a Beaver who has cerebral palsy. When she joined Beavers, it was the first time Sophie said an enthusiastic ‘yes’ to her family about an extracurricular activity with no hesitation. Sophie’s mum, Nicola, writes how inclusive Scouts has been. Her story shows that inclusion isn’t just possible – it can make a huge…
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Mandatory Reconsideration Success
Good Morning everyone I have received my telephone call this morning to tell me I have been awarded standard care on both elements after my MR. This has not been an easy time as I have been trying for nearly 3 years to get an award. It was always 0 points and a 6 for dl and 4 mobility. I would just like to thank you all on…
