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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Vets Project Seeks the Peoples Help to Fix the VA—A Poorly-run Agency

United Spinal is fed up and says, “it’s time to reform the VA.”

Kids Wheelchair Basketball Tournament in Hackensack on Saturday, Feb. 2nd

Kids wheelchair b-ballers to get it on at third annual tournament.

Is a Cure for Spinal Cord Injury on the Horizon? Scientists Say Yes

United Spinal’s Action Online reports growing confidence in finding a cure for spinal cord injuries & diseases.

Make a Difference: Mentor Training for Persons with Spinal Cord Injuries

On Tuesday, January 22nd from 10:30 AM to 3:30 PM at St. Charles Hospital Rehab Center, 2nd Floor, conference room 2 in Port Jefferson, United Spinal Association staff will present a peer mentor training program.
This program is open to anyone with a spinal cord injury who is interested in becoming a peer mentor.
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United Spinal Association Testifies in Congress for Social Security Reforms

United Spinal’s Terence Moakley testifies on behalf of the Consortium for Citizens with Disabilities.

Spinal Group Supports City Council Transportation for the Disabled Report

MTA leaders asked to move on improvements in accessible transportation.

Spinal Injury Group Advocates Accessible Womens Health Exam Equipment

Women’s Health Campaign: Accessible Exam Equipment

Ms. Jody DeVere Appointed to United Spinal Association Board of Directors

President of AskPatty.com joins United Spinal’s board of directors!