Cerebral Palsy Foundation

02/21/2026

"Cerebral palsy is a struggle and it's hard to adapt to. But I keep pressing forward, one foot in front of the other."

We know that adapting to life with a disability takes time, and we're grateful to people like Alison who share their stories with us so others feel less alone. 💚

Share your story today at https://airtable.com/appRuQGYaUH9Xd7lN/pag2R3stGkdP7sTw6/form

02/20/2026

We understand that getting the right diagnosis can be challenging. There are many obstacles along the way, and sometimes a secondary diagnosis isn’t immediately recognized.

In "Learning to see," Jennifer Lyman, our Director of Clinical Recruitment and Community Resources, shares her journey with her son Bower, who has quadriplegic cerebral palsy and CVI. She offers guidance and encouragement for families navigating similar experiences.

Learn more at https://cpresource.org/topic/vision-and-hearing/learning-see

02/19/2026

Want to stay in the loop? Sign up for our newsletter at https://www.cerebralpalsyfoundation.org/ to stay connected to all things CPF. Recruitment trials, news, and ways to get involved — delivered straight to your inbox.

02/18/2026

Is your baby 4-13 months old with cerebral palsy or at high risk?

APPLES-tele brings expert therapists to your home via telehealth. Learn simple exercises to help your baby use their weaker arm. Comment “yes” below or send us a DM to learn more!

02/17/2026

Order your Cerebral Palsy Awareness Day merch now to get it by March 25 💚 This year, choose from t-shirts, long-sleeves, or crewnecks! Order yours at https://www.bonfire.com/cerebralpalsyawarenessmonth2026/.

Get your official 20th Anniversary Cerebral Palsy Awareness Day T-Shirts and support CPF! . Get your official 20th Anniversary Cerebral Palsy Awareness T-Shirts and support...

02/15/2026

March 25, 2026 marks the 20th anniversary of Cerebral Palsy Awareness Day!

Order your merch at https://www.bonfire.com/cerebralpalsyawarenessmonth2026/ in time for the big day so we can together and make a big impact. 💚

Get your official 20th Anniversary Cerebral Palsy Awareness Day T-Shirts and support CPF! . Get your official 20th Anniversary Cerebral Palsy Awareness T-Shirts and support...

02/14/2026

Here's a little Valentine from all of us at CPF to you. 💌

02/13/2026

February is Low Vision Awareness Month and we're continuing to highlight vision on CP Resource, our educational platform.

🎧Listen to the full podcast at https://cpresource.org/topic/vision-and-hearing/episode-15-understanding-vision-belinda-deramore-denver-phd-ot

In this episode of Cerebral Palsy Health, we hear from Belinda Deramore Denver, PhD, OT. Her work focuses on vision in children with cerebral palsy and she is the principal developer of the new Measure of Early Vision Use (MEVU). Belinda's clinical and research interest lie in addressing the gaps in current assessment and intervention practices for children with visual impairment and she is motivated to share best practice with more children and families, including those with visual impairments.

02/12/2026

It's Feeding Tube Awareness Week — and research shows that over 90% of children with cerebral palsy experience gastrointestinal symptoms such as regurgitation, vomiting, abdominal pain, and constipation.

In children with cerebral palsy, GMFCS levels 4 and 5, nearly one-third require gastrostomy tube feeding.

For many children and adults with cerebral palsy, eating is not simple. Swallowing safely can be difficult. Mealtimes can take hours. And without the right support, good nutrition can be out of reach. Often, families face stigma, delays, or barriers to access. In reality what they need is care that is coordinated, compassionate, and on-time.

That's why this week, we stand with every family navigating feeding challenges. Learn more and share your story at https://www.compleat.com/project-inchstone

02/12/2026

There is an ongoing research opportunity to participate in an early intervention study to help restore hand and arm function for babies between 4 and 13 months old with or at high-risk for cerebral palsy!

Funded by the NIH, this clinical trial is called APPLES: A Positive Parent-focused training for upper limb experience with sensory-motor feedback. APPLES has already shown improvements in reaching ability and fine motor skills in babies with cerebral palsy. Join APPLES-Tele to be part of this success!

If you're interested in learning more about this study, comment "yes" below or send us a DM!

02/11/2026

20 Years of Cerebral Palsy Awareness: A Future of Action

2026 marks 20 years of Cerebral Palsy Awareness Day and we want you to join us in acknowledging this milestone! You can order your t-shirt today at
https://www.bonfire.com/cerebralpalsyawarenessmonth2026/ and with us on March 25, 2026.

Can we count on you? 💚

02/11/2026

Today, February 11, is International Day of Women and Girls in Science and we want to celebrate all of the outstanding women who have contributed their knowledge, talent, and skills to the scientific field.

It's women like Kathleen Friel, a neuroscientist with cerebral palsy, and a member of the CPF Scientific Advisory Council, who have had tremendous impact in so many ways. From her published work and leadership in her research lab at The Burke Institute, to her dedication to serving the cerebral palsy and wider disability community through her various advisory roles at our Foundation, we're proud to shine a light on all of her accomplishments today.

We can't wait to share more about Kathleen with all of you very soon. For now, check out this recently published book about her story! https://www.amazon.com/Rewriting-Rules-Kathleen-Possibilities-Disability/dp/B0DQ65MGX8