United Spinal Recommends Suspending Chapter Events, asks for COVID-19 Homecare Stories
In response to the COVID-19 worldwide pandemic, United Spinal recommends that its chapters suspend any social events, in-person peer visits and group activities.
New Technology Access Initiative Connects Members With Tech Companies and Resources
Cutting edge technologies have the potential to dramatically improve the quality of life for people with disabilities, and United Spinal Association is committed to ensuring that the voices of its members are heard to maximize that benefit.
United Spinal Participates in Panel Discussion on Autonomous Vehicles
Kent Keyser, public policy fellow at United Spinal Association joined a panel discussion at the Washington Auto Show to offer insight on how autonomous vehicles could be a game changer for millions of people living with disabilities.
Grant Program Helps United Spinal Chapters Support SCI/D Community
Thanks to a generous grant support from Hollister, Inc., this past year United Spinal and its national chapter and peer support network were able to empower thousands of people living with spinal cord injuries and disorders to regain their quality of life and independence.
The Americans With Disabilities Act Resources
On July 26th, 2020, the Americans with Disabilities Act celebrates its 30th Anniversary. On this date 30 years ago there were over 1,000 wheelchair users and other people with disabilities on the White House lawn as President George H. W. Bush signed the milestone legislation into law.
NYC Sidewalks Finally Complying With ADA
After three administrations and 25 years of litigation, New York City’s sidewalks are finally on the path to complying with the ADA.
Training New Peer Mentors at Helen Hayes
United Spinal hosted a peer mentor training session at Helen Hayes Rehabilitation Hospital. Attendees included those who have overcome the challenges of living spinal cord injury (SCI), traumatic brain injury, and other disabilities.
Employment After Spinal Cord Injury
Finding the right job is a challenge for most people. When you’re living with a spinal cord injury it can be ten times more difficult. We put together a list of some of the common barriers to employment for people with disabilities, along with solutions that can help remove them.
Hiring People With Disabilities
Disability Employment Incentive Act was passed last month to encourage businesses to hire and retain more workers with disabilities.
Weisman Honored for 40 Years of Advocacy at Yankees Disability Awareness Night
United Spinal Association president and CEO James Weisman was awarded a Certificate of Recognition from the Mayor's Office for People with Disabilities for his dedicated advocacy to expand disability rights