Welcome to HemiHelp

HemiHelp is a charity providing support and information to people with hemiplegia and their families in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.

What is hemiplegia?

Hemiplegia is a neurological condition that weakens one side of the body, and affects up to one child in a thousand. It is sometimes described as a form of cerebral palsy, and the effects are similar to those of a stroke. Find out more about hemiplegia

The Hemiplegia Handbook

Written by neuropaediatrician Dr Charlie Fairhurst and Liz Barnes, a trustee at HemiHelp and parent of a child with hemiplegia, the handbook gives an overview of living with hemiplegia with straightforward explanations of what can go wrong and the management options; and with clear descriptions of approaches to therapy.

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HemiHelp can help you: join us today

Join HemiHelp and get lots of benefits. Receive a bumper membership pack, our regular members' magazine and much more.

HemiHelp provides information and emotional support for anyone affected by hemiplegia. Watch a video about HemiHelp to find out more