Better Start – fully-funded individual therapy
Better Start provides fully-funded therapy sessions to children with cerebral palsy aged 2-14.
Children and their families will work with our team of specialist therapists over the course of a number of sessions. Find out more about our approach to therapy.
Better Start aims to:
- Help children and young people increase in confidence, feel more able to participate in activities, and work towards the best of their ability.
- Support children, young people and their families to increase their knowledge and skills in supporting active participation in everyday situations, while managing the specific challenges your child faces with their cerebral palsy.
Who can apply for Better Start?
In 2023, Better Start is providing funded sessions to families living in Fife, the Lothians and Glasgow City.
In 2023, Better Start has already delivered therapy sessions in Dumfries and Galloway.
In 2022 Better Start offered funded therapy to families living in the Greater Glasgow and Clyde health board area.
How can I apply for a place on Better Start?
To apply for Better Start, please fill in the Better Start referral form. For any further information, please contact us on info@cpscot.org.uk or call 0141 352 5000.
Thank you to our funders
Better Start has been made possible thanks to the generosity and support of the National Lottery Community Fund and other funders.
Thank you to Glasgow City Council Communities Fund for providing funding for Better Start therapy sessions in Glasgow City.