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Made to feel 'more disabled': Investigating the impact of Covid-19 on adults and families with cerebral palsy.
Over the past year we have been investigating the impact of Covid-19 on adults and families of children with cerebral palsy.
Our findings highlight that the pandemic caused a large amount of daily life changes that were difficult to cope with and had a broad range of negative impacts on our community.
HRH The Duchess of Gloucester Visits Watford
We were thrilled to welcome our patron, Her Royal Highness The Duchess of Gloucester to our Centre here in Watford on 23 February 2022. The visit begins a year of celebrations, as we are celebrating our 65th anniversary this year.
Her Royal Highness was presented with a bouquet by Daisy, aged 6, who receives specialist therapy for her Cerebral Palsy her at the centre. The Duchess also met our therapists, volunteers, trustee's and supporters before unveiling a plaque to commemorate her visit.
Our submission to the call for evidence from The All-Party Parliamentary Group on Cerebral Palsy
As a charity dedicated to championing the rights of people with Cerebral Palsy, we are passionate about ensuring children in our community have equal access to education and opportunities to thrive in the classroom.
We recently had the opportunity to submit evidence to the APPG regarding EHCPs for children with cerebral palsy and best practices in teaching and learning for children with Cerebral Palsy.
Investigating the impact of Covid-19 on children with Cerebral Palsy
Here at The National Bobath Cerebral Palsy Centre we support people of all ages with Cerebral Palsy and other neurological conditions through tailored therapy and further support. We work with health and social services to reach the people who need us most and we campaign on the issues that matter most to people affected by these conditions.
The past year has been a time of increased anxiety and worry for many, with the COVID-19 pandemic having a profound impact on people’s ability to access the support they need.
Investigating the impact of Covid-19 on adults with Cerebral Palsy
Here at The National Bobath Cerebral Palsy Centre we support people of all ages with Cerebral Palsy and other neurological conditions through tailored therapy and further support. We work with health and social services to reach the people who need us most and we campaign on the issues that matter most to people affected by these conditions.
The past year has been a time of increased anxiety and worry for many, with the COVID-19 pandemic having a profound impact on people’s ability to access the support they need.
Blog
My Story – Living with Cerebral Palsy by Anjela Bhachu
My Story – Living with Cerebral Palsy
I was born with Cerebral Palsy, spastic diplegia. But this was unknown until I started taking my first steps. In this type of CP, I have stiffness in my muscles and it affects my arms as well. I have difficulty walking, the tightness in my hips and leg muscles causes my legs to pull together, turn inwards and cross at the knees, which is also known as scissoring. Walking in this way, to me, was normal and whilst growing up I adapted the best I could to continue living my life.
We are all disabled – why it’s important for us all to explore and challenge our perceptions of disability
My name is Lucy Reynolds and I am a public speaker, academic researcher, writer and advocate for disability rights. I am passionate about changing perceptions of disability through sharing the insights and knowledge gained from my PhD research and first-hand through my own experiences.
A week at Bobath - Charlie's Story
Written By Mark - Charlie's Dad
After months of fundraising and stressing over what or where might be best to help Charlie we arrived in London to start 2 weeks of therapy at the Bobath Centre.
Changing Lives - Emily's Story
Hiiiiii! My name is Emily Nicole Roberts, I’m 22 and I have a condition called cerebral palsy.
My type of cerebral palsy, spastic quadplegia, means that I have increased muscle tone and weakness in all four limbs including my abdomen. Hence my need for a wheelchair as I cannot walk unaided.
I work in a bridal shop full time as a receptionist and have a Jack Russell Terrier called Bobby.
My true passion is creating online content on Youtube to educate, empower and encourage individuals with and without disabilities to watch my life and value their own.
Medical Negligence Claim : Webinar
Bobath 65th Anniversary appeal
“Bobath has helped me pull my pants up” John, aged 5
John and many other children like him have benefited from the tailored therapy that our charity provides to people living with cerebral palsy.
2022 is our 65th Anniversary year and we want to use this fantastic occasion to raise funds to help children like John.
Please support our 65th Anniversary Appeal and help us transform the life of babies and children born with cerebral palsy.
