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Fire Safety For Wheelchair Users

United Spinal Association, has developed a free online training program designed to save the lives of individuals with disabilities and mobility impairments during fire emergencies.
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Mobility Allternatives: From Canes To Wheelchairs
This free publication, written by master clinician and educator Jean Minkel, MA, PT, is a guide that assists people in making the right choice in their selection of a mobility device.
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Accessible Air Travel
Knowing what to expect from the time an airline reservation is booked to the moment the flight touches down takes the surprises out of traveling.
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Grassroots Advocacy

Advocacy made easy!. Read up on the issues or get an issue of your own off of your chest.
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Cary Castle Joins United Spinal as Dir. of Development

United Spinal Association has appointed veteran fundraiser Cary Castle as their new Director of Development.

January 23rd, 2007 | Comments are closed

Winter Season Prompts Concerns on Snowmobile Safety

Every 41 minutes a person sustains a spinal cord injury and government statistics indicate that over 100 people die from snowmobile-related accidents every year.

January 16th, 2007 | Comments are closed

ACTION ALERT: Stem Cell Bill Reintroduced

ACTION ALERT: URGENT! House to Vote on Stem Cell Bill- Your Help Needed!

January 10th, 2007 | Comments are closed

United Spinal Urges Enactment of Stem Cell Research Legislation

Queens, NY––The United Spinal Association applauds Congress’ speedy action in the introduction of The Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act of 2007. The legislation, introduced in the House as H.R. 3 and in the Senate as S. 5, would open up more embryonic stem cell lines for federally funded research.

January 10th, 2007 | Comments are closed

Removing Snow Removes Barriers

Keeping Curb Ramps and Sidewalks Clear of Snow Helps People with Disabilities Stay Mobile
Jackson Heights, NY–In the wake of recent severe snowstorms that have dumped several feet of snow in the west disrupting mail delivery, shutting down roads, businesses, schools and airports, United Spinal Association reminds residents to keep sidewalks and curb ramps clear of [...]

January 9th, 2007 | Comments are closed