CP Heroes

Meet #CPHero Shyler. Shyler is a bright, sport-loving kid and today is his birthday! He underwent two major heart surgeries in his first month of life and was diagnosed with epilepsy and hemiplegic CP around his first birthday. He doesn’t let the challenges he faces bring him down, and he brightens the day of every... Read More

Meet #CPHero Lucy. Lucy was born with quadriplegic cerebral palsy and, though she struggles with both physical and intellectual disabilities, she lives every day with a smile on her face. Now 34 years old, Lucy’s family describes her as a giver. She is always considerate of the people around her and she is a light... Read More

Meet #CPHero Archie. Archie is 9 years old and has dystonic cerebral palsy. He’s a very active kid who loves playing frame football in the park, and even plays wheelchair football for Manchester City in the UK! He loves going on holiday with his parents and little brother and sister, and loves being home with... Read More

Meet #CPHero Titus. Titus contracted Group B Strep Spinal Meningitis as a baby, and suffered serious brain damage and uncontrollable epilepsy as a result. Titus is a CP Hero because he’s a fighter, despite the adversity he has faced. He is a happy, loving child who inspires us all to live life to the fullest!... Read More

Meet #CPHero Ryan. Ryan had a difficult start in life and was born at only 25 weeks. Shortly after birth, he suffered a stroke which has affected his development and the use of the left side of his body. Now 8 years old, Ryan has undergone 16 surgeries but still keeps a smile on his... Read More

Meet #CPHero Ben. Ben recently graduated from the North Ayrshire Sports Academy in the UK. He was diagnosed with diplegic cerebral palsy at age two, and underwent major surgery to help him walk. He has never lets his disability stand in the way of his love of sports, though, and both played and coached boccia... Read More

Meet #CPHero Matthew. Matthew is 5 years old and thriving. Doctors once said he would never crawl or talk, but he didn’t let that stop him! He can now crawl and is working hard to learn speech. Matthew shows us all that only you can set your own limitations. #inspiration #dailyinspo #cp #cerebralpalsy Read More

Meet #CPHero Kiyana. Kiyana was born nearly 3 months premature, weighing only 1 pound 10 ounces. She was later diagnosed with spastic diplegic CP at age two, but has never let her diagnosis define her. Kiyana is now 12 years old and has an amazing outlook on life. She is always smiling and singing, and... Read More

Meet #CPHero Sarah. Sarah had a difficult start to life after being born at only 24 weeks, weighing only 1 pound 2 ounces. She spent 138 days in the NICU, but she was born with a fighting spirit and pulled though. Her CP still affects the left side of her body and has caused some... Read More

Meet #CPHero Leon. Today is his 8th birthday, so make sure to write your birthday wishes in the comments below! Leon was diagnosed with CP at 9 months old, is a full time wheelchair user, and has had several difficult surgeries early in life. Despite these challenges, Leon is a bright and happy boy who... Read More