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The Best Gifts for Someone with a Spinal Cord Injury
In this article I will share my opinion on the best gifts for someone with a spinal cord injury. To explain this list, you need
November 17, 2020
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-A wheelchair has taken me places I never dared to imagine.-
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An Unexpected Visit from Grief after Spinal Cord Injury
Grief was the last thing on my mind. It had simply been a long day. Physically, emotionally, and mentally I was drained. Life with a
November 3, 2020
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ParaRowing on the Ohio River
Pararowing, or adaptive rowing, has kept me in good physical – and mental – health during 2020. The first Saturday in October was a perfect
October 20, 2020
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How I Go to the Bathroom on an Airplane (Video)
How do you go to the bathroom on an airplane? Well, it takes forethought like everything in life with a spinal cord injury. On shorter
October 13, 2020
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Save Your Most Valuable Asset with Pressure Mapping
For those of us with spinal cord injuries, our butt is our most valuable asset. With limited or no sensation, pressure sores or red spots
September 22, 2020
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An Historic and Accessible Trip to My Old Kentucky Home
A magnificent mansion, war, politics, and death by spinal cord injury. No, it’s not a Hollywood movie. It’s all part of the accessible tour at
September 15, 2020
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wheelchair fitness
How to Do an At-Home Wheelchair Workout
Do you want to workout while using a wheelchair, but not sure where to begin? Watch this video to see how I workout at home
August 18, 2020
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How to Get a Good Night’s Sleep with a Spinal Cord Injury
How to get a good night’s sleep with a spinal cord injury A good night’s sleep and spinal cord injury… I’ve heard the horror stories.
August 4, 2020
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When Advocacy Works: Louisville Ordinance 72 allows towing of vehicles in access aisles
Back in November 2019, I arrived early to an event and was grateful to find an accessible parking place. Unfortunately, when I returned several hours
July 21, 2020
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Why Visitability Needs to Be Considered When Building or Remodeling a Home
Have you ever heard the term “visitability”? If not, let’s learn something new! Whether or not you have a disability, you should consider if your
July 7, 2020
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