United Spinal News


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

Tuesday, January 29th, 2008

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

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

Tuesday, January 29th, 2008

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

Thursday, January 24th, 2008

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

Saturday, January 19th, 2008

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

Wednesday, January 16th, 2008

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

Sunday, January 13th, 2008

MTA leaders asked to move on improvements in accessible transportation.

Spinal Injury Group Advocates Accessible Womens Health Exam Equipment

Tuesday, January 8th, 2008

Women’s Health Campaign: Accessible Exam Equipment

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

Wednesday, January 2nd, 2008

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

Poll Worker Training for Primaries Should Include Voters with Disabilities

Tuesday, December 18th, 2007

Learn helpful tips on interacting with people with disabilities.

Holiday Shoppers Urged to Steer Clear of Parking Spaces for Drivers With Disabilities

Wednesday, December 12th, 2007

Shopping for the holidays? Don’t illegally park in a handicapped zone ! Click Here to find out why.