Cerebra

12/06/2026

We share some lovely feedback from mum Kat. Her daughter Dominique has been enjoying one of our fibre optic sensory lamps – which has changed her world. https://buff.ly/RwooJot

11/06/2026

🌟 How Can We Support Carers This Carers Week? 🌟
This year’s Carers Week runs from 8–14 June and is centred on the theme “Building Carer Friendly Communities”

But what does that look like in practice? It means creating places, services, and everyday spaces where unpaid carers are recognised, understood, and valued.

Here are a few practical ways you can help:

✅ Acknowledge & Validate: Recognise the often invisible work carers do. A simple offer to help or a genuine “thank you” goes a long way.

✅ Embed Support in Everyday Interactions: Carer-friendly communities actively identify carer needs and make support a natural part of daily life, whether in workplaces, local groups, or public services
✅ Share Trusted Resources: Help reduce isolation by sharing educational content and expert advice from organisations like Carers UK.

✅ Check In Consistently: Carers rarely ask for help. A quick message, a drop-in visit, or offering to cover a few hours can provide essential breathing space.

Let’s work together to build communities where carers don’t just manage, but truly thrive. 💙

10/06/2026

The ‘BEOND’ survey is now open!
The survey is open to parents / caregivers of children and adults with rare genetic syndromes, intellectual disabilities, or neurodevelopmental conditions with co-occurring intellectual disabilities. The survey takes about 60 minutes to complete, which can be done online or via post. Every family will receive a personalised feedback report after completing the survey.
The survey will run for the next 20 years. Families are welcome to take part every couple of years to see how their answers have changed with time. By collecting data over many years, we hope to get a much better insight into how individuals develop over time.
You can learn more and take part here: https://buff.ly/pKjLV4i

09/06/2026

We are looking for Workshop Technician to join our team based in Tadworth, Surrey.
The Workshop Technician will play an important role in the manufacture and adaptation of products for Cerebra. Using a range of manufacturing and adaptation techniques, you will be responsible for adapting toys and other products to ensure that they are suitable to support children with neurological conditions and their families.
Find out more, including how you can apply on our website: https://buff.ly/d9hPkzG

09/06/2026

📣 Calling all autistic adults in the UK! 📣

A team of researchers at the University of Warwick and CAMH in Toronto want to hear from you!

They want to understand what support looks like in the UK and Canada for autistic people. They also want to understand what you want support to look like. Share your experiences about mental health, social connection, and support by completing their 30-minute survey.

You do not need to have a "formal" or "official" diagnosis to take part. Self-diagnosis is valid too!

✅ Voluntary & anonymous
📚 Chance to win 1 of 12 books recommended by autistic people
🤝 Designed by a study team including autistic researchers and with feedback from autistic self-advocates

🔗 Take part in the survey here: https://buff.ly/M5zDEKB

Please email Dr Samantha Flynn ([email protected]) if you have any questions about this survey.

09/06/2026

Maya Englesberg, an Associate in the Child Brain Injury team at Bolt Burdon Kemp tells us more about the Maternity and Newborn Safety Investigations (MNSI) programme.

The Maternity and Newborn Safety Investigations (MNSI) programme is designed to improve the quality and safety of maternity care by understanding what led to a serious incident during childbirth. After speaking with many families, I understand the investigation process - especially after a difficult...

08/06/2026

This week's is 'What is Cerebral Palsy?' by Hailey Adkisson. The book follows narrator Effie as she explores what CP is, why it happens, and how we can be more inclusive of disabilities in general. It's perfect for helping young children understand cerebral palsy.
https://buff.ly/Ocld7ws

05/06/2026

Aston University are currently looking for adolescents with mild to moderate intellectual disabilities (sometimes called learning disabilities) to tell us about their sleep! 😴 Adolescents will complete 3 activities face-to-face with a researcher. If you are interested in taking part, please contact [email protected].

04/06/2026

We’re here to do whatever it takes to give your family a good night’s sleep!
Episode 5 of ‘The Calm in the Complicated – The Night Shift’ is available now.

04/06/2026

Did you know that in addition to our book and sensory toy libraries, we also have a BorrowBox library? Once you're a member you can borrow anything from a wide selection of eBooks , audiobooks and eMagazines
This month's spotlight title is '50 Fantastic Ideas for Supporting Neurodiversity' by Kerry Murphy and Fifi Benham.
The 50 Fantastic Ideas series is packed full of fun, original, skills-based activities for Early Years practitioners to use with children aged 0-5. Each activity features step-by-step guidance, a list of resources, and a detailed explanation of the skills children will learn. Creative, simple, and highly effective, this series is a must-have for every Early Years setting.
Here's the BorrowBox link: https://buff.ly/ZqB8V0T
If you're not already a member, you can join our Library here: https://buff.ly/GvP8DEJ