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Community

Over 20,000 parents, patients and health professionals
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Support

A network of trained volunteers around the UK
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Information

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CLAPA Christmas Hub

Get your CLAPA cards, 'Sponsor a Bottle' cards, festive fundraising ideas, and more!

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Events for Everyone

From surgery support groups to Baby Signing classes, there's a CLAPA event for everyone! Sign up to chat with others like you or just listen in; the choice is yours.

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Need to talk?

CLAPA's Parent & Peer Supporters are trained volunteers who can help you talk through any problems, worries or questions you have about cleft lip and palate. Get in touch today.

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In your area

Find cleft services, events and support near you

Cleft++ Mentoring: Now Available

This free mentoring service supports 12-17-year-olds born with a cleft to talk about cleft-related challenges, develop coping skills, and set goals for the future.

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Latest news & events

  • Ellie’s Story

    Phoebe was born with a complete unilateral cleft lip, cleft palate, and alveolar gum notch. We received Phoebe's diagnosis, as many do, at our 20-week scan. 

  • Halloween Activities

    Halloween is the perfect opportunity to participate in frightfully good fundraising for CLAPA. Take some inspiration from our spooktacular ideas!

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