Cerebral Palsy Foundation
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People with cerebral palsy rarely get the interventions and supports they need at the moments they need them.
Finding a New Career Path With Cerebral Palsy
Karla Culbertson discusses finding her career as a person with cerebral palsy and changing from social work to writing.
To My Newly Diagnosed Self With Cerebral Palsy
Chloe Tear writes a letter to her younger self who was diagnosed with cerebral palsy at an older age.
When My Cerebral Palsy Is Like an Angry Toddler
Erin Bainbridge discusses the unpredictability of her muscle spasms due to cerebral palsy.
The Mistake I'm Not Repeating as I Enter High School With Cerebral Palsy
Heaven Ramsey explains why she chose to be very open about her mild cerebral palsy as she enters high school.
The Journey Into Living My Best Life With Cerebral Palsy
Annie Nason discusses her process of accepting her cerebral palsy and building a fulfilling life for herself.
3 Reasons Cerebral Palsy Is About More Than Just My Legs
April Parker discusses aspects of cerebral palsy that are more complex and less-understood.
Finding Who I Was Meant to Be as a Person With a Disability
Jessica Niziolek discusses finding her identity and accepting herself as a person with cerebral palsy.
Why I Love New York City as a Person With Cerebral Palsy
Kate Menzies, who has cerebral palsy, describes her visit to New York City and feeling like she could just blend into the crowd for the first time in her life.
How Labor Day Makes Me Feel as a Job Seeker With Cerebral Palsy
Juana Ortiz discusses her struggle to find a job due to disability discrimination.
Finding Where I Fit in as Someone With 'Mild' Cerebral Palsy
Heaven Ramsey discusses her process of self-acceptance as a young woman with "mild" cerebral palsy.
The Challenges of Middle Age With Cerebral Palsy and Hypersensitivity
Heather Hancock discusses an unusual symptom of cerebral palsy and aging: increased hypersensitivity to touch.
8 Tips for Going to the Bar With Cerebral Palsy
Jeffrey Washow offers suggestions for having a good time and being safe at a bar if you have cerebral palsy.
Preparing Our Children With Disabilities for the New School Year
A reminder to parents the most important thing they can do to prep their children with disabilities for the new school year is to encourage their confidence.
To Idina Menzel, From a Fan With Cerebral Palsy
Emma Price, who has cerebral palsy, thanks singer Idina Menzel for inspiring her through difficult times.
My Advice for Starting University With a Disability
Erin Brophy offers advice to new university students with a disability.
Dear Cerebral Palsy: I'm Grateful to You
Heaven Ramsey writes an open letter to her disability, cerebral palsy.
Why I'm Talking About Chronic Pain and Cerebral Palsy
Emily Jones discusses the chronic pain she lives with due to aging and cerebral palsy.
Turning Adversity Into Opportunity With Cerebral Palsy
Kelly Douglas discusses learning to accept her cerebral palsy and how she has found strength through sharing her story.
Letting Go of Regrets in My Life With Cerebral Palsy
Jessica Niziolek reflects on her life with cerebral palsy and lessons she has learned.
My Response to Those Who Disrespect People With Disabilities
Karla Culbertson discusses the disrespect often aimed at people with disabilities.
How I'm Living My 'A for Awesome' Life With Cerebral Palsy
Jason Freeman describes his journey as a person with cerebral palsy to self-acceptance and a public speaking career.
When People Compare Their Clumsiness to My Cerebral Palsy
Carrie Hetzel explains why it's offensive to compare everyday clumsiness to coordination difficulties caused by cerebral palsy.
What 'Normal' Means to Me as a Person With Cerebral Palsy
Juana Ortiz discusses disability, self-esteem and how we decide what "normal" is.
To Senator Rob Portman, From a Family That Relies on Medicaid
Andrea Rozzi-Gautraud writes an open letter to Senator Rob Portman about how essential Medicaid is to her family.
Mike Huckabee Apologizes After Insulting Intellectual Disabilities on Fox News
Mike Huckabee went on Fox News to share his thoughts regarding the new chief of staff, and in the process, ending up insulting those with intellectual disabilities.
A Thank You to My 'Frenemy,' Cerebral Palsy
Richelle Heath writes an open letter to her disability, cerebral palsy, and why she's thankful for what it has taught her.
As School Begins, Please Teach Your Children About Disabilities
Charisse Hogan explains how teaching children about disabilities can reduce bullying and stigma.
Navigating My First Day of College With Cerebral Palsy
Emma Price discusses some challenges she faced on her first day as a college student with cerebral palsy.
The Importance of Teaching Your Children About Disability
Heaven Ramsey discusses the bullying she experienced as a child because other kids didn't understand her cerebral palsy.
Why I Go the Extra Mile in My Life With Cerebral Palsy
Kimberly Sharpe discusses an intense, empowering bike ride she took in San Francisco and why having cerebral palsy motivates her to take on these kinds of challenges.
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