An insight to my life with Cerebral Palsy

Electric wheelchair review Last week my new electric wheelchair was delivered to my door. In my last blog I talked about it a little bit, but I thought I would give you a more detailed review. The wheelchair I have is the Foldawheel. It’s a foldable, lightweight electric wheelchair. I love the design of it, which I can’t say about many electric wheelchairs. I find it very easy to manoeuvre, despite my poor hand function. The Foldawheel is very comfortable for me, far better than my manual chair. I’m able to stay comfortable sitting in it all day, which is a must as I’m sometimes having to spend the whole day in a wheelchair now. This wheelchair can get up and down curbs safely and easily, once you know how. When both batteries are in the chair, it can last all day. But if it runs out of power, it can be pushed by someone. It drives smoothly across all terrain. Overall I’m very satisfied with my new wheelchair and would highly rec...

Freedom Yesterday me and my boyfriend went out to the bowling alley. It was my first proper go of my new electric wheelchair. Before this outing, I had only driven it round my garden. It was the first time I’ve been able to move independently outside my home for a few months (since I lost my independent walking). I felt so free. Being able to drive next to my boyfriend and look at him when talking felt so good. I was also so much more comfortable in my new chair, than my manual and didn’t experience any pressure sores.  I am so excited about going out on more outing with my new wheelchair. I will give you a more detailed review in my next blog. Thanks for reading  Chloe x

I’m getting the hang of it! On Tuesday my new folding electric wheelchair arrived. I’ve been practicing my driving everyday. The first day of trying it out in my garden I was all over the place, crashing into everything. I’m definitely a lot more controlled now and I’m a safe driver. I have gained enough confidence to take it out on outings. I would definitely recommend this chair to anyone with mobility issues. I’m going to take it out tomorrow when I go bowling with my boyfriend. I’m really looking forward about having a little bit more independence when I’m out and about. Thanks for reading  Chloe x

School experience  I started school in 2003 and left in 2015. My experience at school was pretty good. I made many friends and we’re still seeing each other today. Throughout my school day I had a learning support assistant ( LSA ) 24/7, as I had significant support  needs. I’ve never been able to write or draw. I had mild learning difficulties. I required help with pretty much anything that meant using my hands. I also required help with anything in terms of my self care, which they were more than happy to assist me with. I would need someone to walk with me around school, in case I became unstable or got knocked over. During my time at school I had very good mobility, so I wasn’t in a wheelchair unless I was recovering from an operation. I was able to participate in P.E most of the time and if something was too difficult, my teachers would adapt the sport to my ability. Both my primary and secondary school were very inclus...

An exciting delivery! Today my new electric wheelchair arrived. I ordered the Foldawheel from wheelchair88. I’ve already had a little go in the garden and I’m very satisfied. It’s very comfortable, easy to fold and I’m able to get quite a good grip on the joystick. I definitely need further practice at manouvering the chair, but overall I’m quite pleased. I’m really looking forward to being able to get around, without relying on my friends and family to push me. I’ve come to terms with the fact that I can’t go out alone, but I’m excited that I will be able to drive beside them. Tomorrow I’m going to give it a proper try and get a bit more practice in. When I’ve got more used and comfortable using my new wheelchair, I will give you a better update. Thanks for reading  Chloe x

It’s never too early for Christmas! Today my Mum and I had a trip to our local shopping centre. We had a lovely day out. We were originally just going to get some winter bedding and a blanket to go over my wheelchair, but we ended up doing the majority of our Christmas shopping. We were looking in Primark for a nice blanket and we ended up seeing a lot of cute baby clothes. We just had to buy them for my nephew Logan, who is nearly 2 months old. I also saw lots of lovely items in the home department and thought they were perfect for my older sister. We had a look in Lush, as I wanted some snow fairy shower gel.  I decided to pick my Sisters some bath bombs and face scrubs out, as a Christmas gift. I also had a little look in Topman and in Game, for my Dad and boyfriend. I just loving giving presents out and Christmas time, it makes me feel so good. I never expect anyone to buy me anything, I enjoy giving far more than receiving. ...

I’ve finally got a boyfriend! It’s been a few weeks now, since I went on my very first date. The first date went really well and we’ve met up a few times since. On Friday night we went to the cinema and then for a meal at Zizi. When we were at at Zizi, the man I have been dating, asked me to be his girlfriend. And it was very easy YES, he’s just the nicest guy in the world. He accepts me for who I am. When we are together, my disability is forgotten  about. At almost 21 years old, I’ve finally got a boyfriend! It truly feels amazing. It’s like Christmas has came early. I can’t wait to share many special moments with him. Thank you for reading  Chloe x