It proved to be an extremely enjoyable evening at the Parkgate Hotel as a guest of the High Sheriff of South Glamorgan, in support of Cerebral Palsy Cymru at a fundraising dinner.
Cerebral palsy is a physical condition that affects movement, posture and co-ordination. It is usually diagnosed at birth or in early childhood.
Injury to the brain before, during or shortly after birth, such as a lack of oxygen or illness can be the cause of the condition.
Although there is no cure for cerebral palsy, physiotherapy can help improve posture and muscle control. An early diagnosis can help ensure someone with a learning disability or problems with speech and language receives the professional support they need early in their development. This is why fundraising is important.
Apart from raising much needed funds to improve the lives of those with cerebral palsy, it was a great evening and an opportunity to hear first-hand, the incredible work of the charity supporting children and families across Wales with cerebral palsy.
Established to provide care, support and early intervention - a Bobath therapy centre was opened in Wales in 1992. It is all too easily forgotten how so many Welsh people with cerebral palsy previously had to make long, arduous journeys to London to receive treatment. Today, thanks to Bobath, these time-consuming and exhaustive trips do not have to be made. Wales has its own dedicated centre to treat cerebral palsy.
Firstly due to a dedicated few, the charity has gradually grown from strength to strength. Bobath now has many determined individuals who ensure this wonderful organisation continues to operate and do its magnificent work.
One of those dedicated and determined people Glenys Evans, a founding parent is now retiring from the charity. Glenys played an immense role in forming the charity and an incredible champion and support for those with cerebral palsy and their families.
Diolch yn Fawr iawn Cerebral Palsy Cymru: for all you have done, still do and will continue to do long into the future.