In the beginning One in every 400 children born in this country has cerebral palsy. It can happen to any child; there is no warning and there is no cure. Cerebral palsy is a physical condition that makes muscles hard to control. It doesn't necessarily make you less intelligent, but it can make it very hard to communicate or get around by yourself. When a child id diagnosed, Scope's Cerebral Palsy Helpline offers parents clear information and vital support at this crucial time. The Helpline answers thousands of calls every year from parents like Jo. " The CP Helpline is that first vital contact. It's so much more than just a phone line; It's the door to all of Scope and the opportunities, and expertise and support it offers. We couldn't be without it".