Wherever you are in your cleft journey, you’re not alone.
CLAPA is here to support, celebrate and champion the UK’s cleft community at every stage.
We have dedicated support services and community for parents and families, teenagers and young people, and adults born with a cleft.
We also have information for professionals looking to refer people to our services, and for cleft researchers hoping to connect with the UK cleft community.
Need to talk?
CLAPA has trained volunteers who would be happy to share their experiences and support you one-on-one.
Get in touch today to be matched up with another UK parent, carer, or adult born with a cleft.
Your stories
Sporting stars tee off to raise over £10,000 for cleft charities
Some of the biggest names in cricket and rugby joined Somerset cricketer Tom Kohler-Cadmore for a special charity golf day inspired by his family’s experience of cleft lip and palate.
Gemma’s story
Gemma shares how being a part of CLAPA’s Young Adults Group has helped her confidence and self-image.
Julia’s story
Julia discusses the positive impact of finding CLAPA and returning to cleft care as an adult.