Families

If you or someone in your family has hemiplegia, this section is for you. We've got practical information, news on the latest events, and guidance on the issues that matter to you.

• Useful contacts
  Meet up with HemiHelp families near you, find a pen pal with hemiplegia, and get contact details of useful organisations and links to other websites.
• Events for families
  HemiHelp holds fun days and music workshops for children, and conferences for parents.
• Supporting a child with hemiplegia
  Find information on supporting a child diagnosed with hemiplegia, facts for family and friends, and leaflets on benefits and legislation. You can also get support from our helpline and home visiting service.
• Brothers and sisters What impact can hemiplegia have on a child's siblings?
• Everyday living
  Practical guidance on all-important issues: dressing and shoe lacing, equipment and computers.
• Activities
  Info on bikes, driving, sports and music for children with hemiplegia.
• Over 16s page
  A new page aimed at, and created by, teenagers and adults living with hemiplegia. The page features two short films made by young adults with hemiplegia.