Cadense Partnership Spotlight: Cerebral Palsy Strong | Founder Interview with Katy Gaastra

📢 Welcome to the first episode of our Cadense Partnership Spotlight series, where we invite founders and executives of our partner organizations to discuss their work, adaptive technology, and more! This episode features an inspiring conversation with Katy Gaastra, founder and executive director of Cerebral Palsy Strong.

In this episode, Katy shares her journey with cerebral palsy, how Cerebral Palsy Strong was founded, and the amazing work they are doing to build a community for people with CP. We also discuss adaptive footwear and the impact that Cadense Adaptive Shoes have had on her mobility and daily life.

⏰ Timestamps:

0:00 - Introduction and Partnership Overview
0:23 - How Cadense and CP Strong Connected
1:09 - Katy's Journey with Cerebral Palsy
3:34 - Founding Cerebral Palsy Strong: The Origin Story
5:06 - How Cerebral Palsy Affects Katy's Daily Life
6:36 - Community Challenges and the Lack of Resources for Adults with CP
10:32 - Expanding CP Strong: Events, Socials, and Building Connections
13:18 - Experiencing Cadense Shoes: First Impressions and Feedback
19:03 - Future Product Development and Community Needs
22:45 - Why Cerebral Palsy Strong is Important: A Vision for the Future
25:15 - Where to Find Cerebral Palsy Strong and Support Their Mission

f you’d like to support Cerebral Palsy Strong and help build spaces for belonging, please check out their website and consider donating to their latest campaign.

Follow Cerebral Palsy Strong on Social Media:

Instagram: @cerebralpalsystrong
Hashtag: #CPstrong
Learn More About Cadense Adaptive Shoes: Visit our website to learn more about our innovative footwear designed to support individuals with walking difficulties: cadense.com.