United Spinal Association Illinois Chapter

Areas served

State of Illinois

Mission Statement

The mission of USAIC is to serve as a comprehensive resource center for individuals who have spinal cord injury (resulting from trauma or conditions of the central nervous system) their families, health professionals, policy makers and others interested in spinal cord injury. Activities of USAIC address major areas such as medical care, rehabilitation, research and all aspects of living with a spinal cord injury, as well as injury prevention.

USAIC seeks to fulfill this mission through a combination of services including Information and Referral, Peer Support, Newsletters, Educational Programs for individuals with spinal cord injury, family members and health professionals. USAIC also presents Injury Prevention Programs to schools, senior citizens and other groups.

Population Served

Individuals with paralysis and other disabilities

Programs, Services and Activities Offered

• Peer support groups (in-person or virtual)
• Policy and advocacy program
• Adaptive sports or recreation programs
• Injury prevention program
• Equipment or supply closet/loan program
• Health professional or clinician education program
• Annual or regular fundraising events or galas