Information, advice and support
Cerebral Palsy Information, Advice and Support
CerebralPalsy.org.uk provides clear, accessible information about cerebral palsy for people across the UK.
Cerebral palsy affects every person differently. For some, it may have a relatively small impact on daily life. For others, it can affect movement, communication, independence and the level of support needed at home, in education or at work.
Whether you are looking for answers after a recent diagnosis, trying to understand possible symptoms, supporting a child, or looking for practical advice as an adult with cerebral palsy, this website is here to help you find clear and useful information.
CerebralPalsy.org.uk provides clear, accessible information about cerebral palsy for people across the UK.
From understanding symptoms and treatments to navigating education, employment, benefits and everyday life, our guides are designed to help you find the information you need.
Understanding Cerebral Palsy
Our website explains what cerebral palsy is, how it can affect the body and the different ways it may present.
You can also find information about common symptoms, possible causes and how cerebral palsy is diagnosed.
Find out more:
- What is Cerebral Palsy?
- Types of Cerebral Palsy
- Cerebral Palsy Symptoms
- Causes of Cerebral Palsy
- Diagnosing Cerebral Palsy
These pages are designed to give you a clear overview before you move into more specific areas of support.
Treatment and Therapy
There is no single treatment plan for cerebral palsy because each person's needs are different.
Some people may benefit from regular physiotherapy, while others may need support with communication, daily activities, muscle stiffness or mobility.
Our treatment pages explain the main options and what each type of support is designed to help with.
Explore:
- Physiotherapy for Cerebral Palsy
- Speech Therapy for Cerebral Palsy
- Occupational Therapy for Cerebral Palsy
- Medications for Cerebral Palsy
- Assistive Technology for Cerebral Palsy
- Selective Dorsal Rhizotomy (SDR)
These pages can help you understand the questions you may want to ask your healthcare team and the types of support that may be available.
Advice for Parents
If your child has recently been diagnosed with cerebral palsy, or you are concerned about their development, it can be difficult to know where to begin.
Our Parents' Advice section is designed to answer the questions many families have in the early stages and as their child grows.
Read more about:
- Signs of Cerebral Palsy in Babies
- When is Cerebral Palsy Diagnosed?
- What To Do After Diagnosis
- Raising a Child with Cerebral Palsy
- Education for Children with Cerebral Palsy
You can use these pages to understand what may happen next, what support may be available and how to prepare for different stages of childhood.
Support for Adults with Cerebral Palsy
Cerebral palsy is a lifelong condition, but information and support often focus heavily on childhood.
Our Adults' Advice section looks at the practical realities of adult life, including independence, employment, relationships and emotional wellbeing.
Explore:
- Adults with Cerebral Palsy
- Daily Life with Cerebral Palsy
- Jobs and Career Opportunities
- Relationships and Cerebral Palsy
- Mental Health and Cerebral Palsy
These pages are designed to support informed choices and help adults with cerebral palsy find information that reflects real-life priorities.
We also have extensive information on Benefits & Financial Support for anyone living with cerebral palsy.