Cerebral Palsy Foundation

Cerebral Palsy Foundation CPF's mission is to be a catalyst for change for the 50 million people w/ cerebral palsy in the world This page is managed by CPF staff
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"I was born at 27 weeks and weighed 3 lbs 11oz. My parents are both Filipino and came to the US because my dad was in th...
11/29/2025

"I was born at 27 weeks and weighed 3 lbs 11oz. My parents are both Filipino and came to the US because my dad was in the Navy. Growing up, I was told I was premature and I was pulled out by my legs and my hips were dislocated. It wasn’t until my first internship for PT school that my mentor mentioned 'CP.' I had no clue. I went home and looked at my old hospital records and there it was — 'spastic diplegia.' My parents must not have understood. English was not their primary language."

Many people with grow up without clear information or the support they need at every age and life stage — starting with a diagnosis. We're grateful for stories like Christie's that help illuminate the gaps in care for people with cerebral palsy across the lifespan.💚

Want to show your support for CPF as we work to advance research and improve healthcare for people with CP? Make a donation today: http://donate.cerebralpalsyfoundation.org/eoy-giving

Shop inclusively this holiday season... ❄️Now's your chance to get great deals on all of your holiday shopping and suppo...
11/28/2025

Shop inclusively this holiday season... ❄️

Now's your chance to get great deals on all of your holiday shopping and support adaptive brands along the way! Swipe through this post to check out a few discount codes from brands we love and check out our Accessible Holiday Gift Guide to find these brands and more at https://cpresource.org/topic/accessible-gift-guides/2025-cpf-accessible-holiday-gift-guide!

Active Hands befree, LLC Huckleberry Hiking Testa - adaptive seating systems We Carry Kevan Functionalhand BeedleBug Socks

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at CPF to all of you! 🍂 We’re grateful for the positive change we’re seeing and for ev...
11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at CPF to all of you! 🍂

We’re grateful for the positive change we’re seeing and for every life impacted along the way.

We are thankful for all of our staff, board members, advisors, supporters, and partners. We are thankful to be a part of the CP community! What are you thankful for this year?

APPLES-Tele is more than just therapy — it's a chance to better understand your child's motor development. Comment "yes"...
11/25/2025

APPLES-Tele is more than just therapy — it's a chance to better understand your child's motor development.

Comment "yes" below or DM us if you would like more information about this study or about our Early Detection & Intervention Network.

"I was adopted as a baby and my parents found out shortly after that I had a seizure disorder and Cerebral Palsy. They s...
11/22/2025

"I was adopted as a baby and my parents found out shortly after that I had a seizure disorder and Cerebral Palsy. They spent the next 15 years or so taking me to all the doctor appointments, physical therapy and occupational therapy. I wouldn't be where I am without the early intervention that was provided. Now as an adult, I am experiencing the effects on my body. Weak hips, osteoarthritis in my knees and constant back pain to name a few. Now, as an adult I am trying to navigate like with where my body is now."

Thank you, Lauren, for openly sharing how has shaped your life. Aging with cerebral palsy can feel daunting to navigate, but we are working hard to change the landscape of healthcare with adults with CP. Visit cerebralpalsygrowsup.org to learn more.

11/21/2025

CPF's Annual Accessible Holiday Gift Guide is LIVE! 🎁

Featuring all kinds of products from toys, fashion and footwear, tech, lifestyle, and more — there's accessible gift ideas for all ages and stages!

Over the next few weeks, we'll share some of our favorite finds, do some product reveals, giveaways, and more — it's going to be lots of fun!

Head to https://cpresource.org/topic/accessible-gift-guides/2025-cpf-accessible-holiday-gift-guide to view the Accessible Holiday Gift Guide where you can find some great discounts on adaptive products we think you'll love, shop our Amazon Store at https://www.amazon.com/shop/yourcpf, and get inspired for the holidays!

✨This year's Accessible Holiday Gift Guide is brought to you by Compleat

11/19/2025

APPLES-Tele is an ongoing, NIH-funded study that can help you better understand your child’s motor development. By participating, you’re contributing to better treatments for all children with cerebral palsy 💚

Comment below or send us a DM if your baby is between 4-13 months old with cerebral palsy or at high risk.

The U.S. hasn’t reduced prematurity in 15 years.Despite medical progress, innovation, and decades of effort, the nationa...
11/17/2025

The U.S. hasn’t reduced prematurity in 15 years.

Despite medical progress, innovation, and decades of effort, the national preterm birth rate remains at 10.4% — almost identical to 2007. In many communities, especially for Black families, rates are even higher.

And the impact is significant:

Up to 45% of children with cerebral palsy were born preterm.

Without a reduction in prematurity, there's no reduction of the number of cases of preventative disability either.

At the Cerebral Palsy Foundation, we are driving the next era of prevention, early detection, and early intervention. Visit https://www.cerebralpalsyfoundation.org/early-detection-and-intervention-network/ to learn more about our Early Detection & Intervention Network.

We can and must do better.

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