The Cerebral Palsy Program at Cincinnati Children's

04/22/2026

We’re excited to share a fun and inclusive community opportunity: the first Adaptive Pickleball Tournament hosted by the Cincinnati Tennis Foundation!

📍 Cincinnati Open Sporting Club (Mason, OH)
📅 Sunday, April 26
⏰ 1:00–3:00pm

Adaptive pickleball makes the game more accessible for players of varying abilities through modified rules and supports. This event is designed for individuals who need adaptations for participation, and all are welcome.

What do I bring? A pickleball paddle. Water. And anything else that you might require during that time frame. Closed toe shoes are required for playing on the courts.

Registration is encouraged soon to help secure the tournament: https://book.cincyopensportingclub.com/programs/adaptive-pickleball-tournament

Questions? Contact Katy Fraser at cefraser11@gmail.com or memberships@cincytennis.com

04/21/2026

Check out this free upcoming virtual education event for parents and caregivers of young children with neuromotor disabilities hosted by the Perlman Center!

Let’s Get Moving and Playing: An Introduction to Equipment for Young Children with Motor Disabilities will cover adaptive equipment that can support mobility, seating, positioning, play, bathing, and everyday activities. Families will also learn about funding options and tips for obtaining equipment.

This event will be held on Thursday, May 7, 2026, from 12–1pm via Microsoft Teams and is designed for parents/caregivers of children ages 0–5 with motor delay or disability related to cerebral palsy or a similar condition. The session will be led by Erin Pope, PT, MPT, ATP from Cincinnati Children’s Perlman Center and will include time for Q&A and discussion.

Advanced registration is required. No cost to attend. https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=1FQCaIsnoUqsqMJgD3nFM_GJx426WjVKr5gZec8it6BUQjdMSUVPWTVWRDZKMzU4UEJOQlEwVThBVC4u

04/21/2026

Shoutout to our own Dr. Verena Schreiber for joining the latest episode of Cerebral Palsy Health presented by the Cerebral Palsy Foundation to discuss how families and care teams can prepare for orthopedic surgery and support the best possible recovery and outcomes. We’re proud to have her as part of the Cerebral Palsy Center team. 💚

04/18/2026

SOAR Expo, presented by Care Medical and UC Health, is just ONE WEEK AWAY!

While this event is free, you can save time checking in by signing event waivers now:
https://www.waiverfile.com/b/TheBridgeAdaptiveSportsRecreat/ChooseWaiver.aspx

We hope you plan to join us at Lunken Airfield for a day of checking out innovative healthcare products, services, mobility devices, and recreational and sport opportunities for people with disabilities.

You can see the list of confirmed vendors here:
https://soarexpo.org/vendors #2026-vendors-list

Coffee (morning), Goldstar coneys (lunch) and Kona Ice (afternoon) will be available for purchase, and Momentum Refresh, America’s first fully accessible, universally designed, mobile restroom truck, will also be on-site for the event.

UC Health Care Medical Cincinnati

04/18/2026

Did you know that genetics can play a role in cerebral palsy? Cerebral palsy is a descriptive term, that does not point to one cause/etiology. There are many different ways the developing brain can be impacted in early infancy that interfere with the creation and coordination of movement that is classified as CP. One possibility is a genetic change.

Approximately 25-30 percent of people with CP have a genetic change associated with their CP symptoms. Genetic information can be vital to identifying and addressing specific health concerns associated with genetic changes that may otherwise be overlooked. You CAN have a dual diagnosis of something genetic and a diagnosis of CP.

Formal genetic testing guidelines specific to cerebral palsy are now being developed by the American Academy of Neurology.

Ask your healthcare providers if you are interested in more information about genetic testing for yourself or your loved one with CP. For more information about genetics in CP visit our website: https://cprn.org/genetic-cerebral-palsy/ and follow our genetics in CP webinar series. https://cprn.org/mycp-webinar-series/

If you missed the first webinar you can access it here: https://cprn.org/cprn-recording-download/?recording=https://youtu.be/kak-3I_nORY&recordingname=Genetic%20Causes%20of%20CP%20Webinar%201

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04/17/2026

04/15/2026

Hey Friends! The Flying Pig Marathon needs volunteers for the Handcycle 10K race course on Saturday, May 2nd. 🐷

Can you lend a hand by helping push athletes on bridges and hills that morning? You will be stationed on a designated hill along the course and watch for cyclists who might need a boost.

Check out the location details and sign up here by Friday, April 24th! >>>
https://flyingpigmarathon.volunteerlocal.com/volunteer/
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1️⃣ Click “View Description” to expand and review the assignment locations.
2️⃣ Click the check box to choose an assignment.
3️⃣ Enter the required information. ***Volunteers are highly encouraged to provide their cell phone numbers and agree to SMS notifications. In addition to reminders, Weather/Emergency notifications will be sent through VolunteerLocal only to those who opt in.
4️⃣ Check the waiver box, sign your name, and click "Sign Up to Volunteer" to submit your information.

Thanks so much for your support - it helps The Bridge in many ways!

04/14/2026

Check out the SOAR Expo at Lunken Airport on April 25th!

The SOAR Expo is almost here! 🙌 Whether you're looking for new adaptive technologies, inclusive recreation opportunities, or just a day of community and inspiration, join us at Lunken Airport on April 25th!

Experience the "SOAR" difference:
🔹 Solutions for daily living
🔹 Opportunities for growth
🔹 Adaptations for every lifestyle
🔹 Recreation for all abilities

📍 Lunken Airport, Cincinnati, OH
🗓️ April 25, 2026
🕙 10 AM - 2 PM

Stay tuned for vendor reveals and activity schedules!

04/13/2026

04/13/2026

💚The Green Ribbon Walk for Cerebral Palsy! 💚

On May 16, 2026, Brayden and his family are hosting The Green Ribbon Walk for Cerebral Palsy to honor kids and families impacted by cerebral palsy.

The walk will be held at Crossroads Church on 8575 Bridgetown Road, Cleves, OH 45002. Check-in will start at 9:30am and then the walk will follow at 10am.

All funds raised through this event will support the Cerebral Palsy Center at Cincinnati Children’s. Learn more or donate here: https://giving.cincinnatichildrens.org/fundraiser/6568046

04/07/2026

💡 : Looking for practical tools, information, and support for life with cerebral palsy?

The Cerebral Palsy Research Network offers free toolkits/resources to support individuals with CP, family members, and their caregivers!

• The CP Tool Kit
• The Dystonia in Cerebral Palsy Toolkit
• The Wellbeing Guide for Parents and Caregivers
• NEW! The Adult Cerebral Palsy Toolkit

Whether you are newly navigating a diagnosis, supporting a loved one, or looking for resources for adulthood, there are a lot of resources here for the community!

Explore all of the toolkits: https://cprn.org/our-toolkits/

04/04/2026

✨ April is ✨

How does HIE present?

🔹 Babies and children who experience HIE are typically very, very sick at the time of injury or very soon after. Many experience seizures, floppy muscle tone, lack of respiratory effort, have absent reflexes, and need various forms of life support to stabilize them.

🔹 HIE is the top cause of neonatal seizures.

HIEawarenessmonth.com