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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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Events

Each year, United Spinal Association hosts a number of exciting, one-of-a-kind events. These events provide an opportunity for people with disabilities to discover new and healthier lifestyles, interact/engage with the best minds in the disability community, and to learn more about our organization. These events are free and open to the public.

Please take a moment to find out about these great events. You can stay up to date on upcoming events by subscribing to our e-newsletter.

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2012 Events
From Within – Annual Conference for Women with Disabilities – Marriott Marquis Hotel
United Spinal’s Women Without Limits program teams up with Independence Care System (ICS) to present a conference program on self-esteem, self-awareness, and self-empowerment for women living with spinal cord injuries and other disabilities. You won’t find another event that provides this much useful information on issues facing women with disabilities.		 New York City, NY
Saturday, May 19th: 9am – 5pm
Roll On Capitol Hill (ROCH) Renaissance – DuPont Circle
A conference and advocacy opportunity to address major policy and legislative issues that impact the health, quality of life and independence of Americans with spinal cord injuries or disorders (SCI/D) with Congressional leaders.		 Washington, DC
Monday, June 25th AND Tuesday, June 26th
8th Annual Kids Sports Spectacular – Wells Fargo Center
KSS will take place at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Continuing its tradition of offering educational sports and recreation opportunities that leave lasting, positive effects on participants and their families. This is an opportunity for young boys and girls to participate in sports-related activities that are fun, teach the value of teamwork, and build confidence and self-esteem.		 Philadelphia, PA
Saturday, August 11th(tent.): 10am-3pm
Independence Expo – ORLANDO – Marriott World Center
Explore your abilities! And there is more to explore than ever before including information on the latest treatment strategies, adaptive equipment, lifestyle-enhancing information, therapeutic breakthroughs, community services, as well as a full line-up of consumer sessions.		 Orlando, FL
Friday, August 24th: 10am -4pm AND Saturday, August 25th: 11am-4pm