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Our SecureRide Coalition demos a new wheelchair securement system at the first @USDOT Roadway Safety Innovation Expo: a rider docks without a driver’s help. Free and open to the public, Sept. 18, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET in Washington DC. highways.dot.gov/usdotsafety…
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According to a national survey, over 50% of physicians reported not feeling confident in their ability to provide care to individuals with disabilities. Here's why. unitedspinal.org/understandi…
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This week, our CEO is flying to Tanzania to climb Mount Kilimanjaro. But Matt isn’t doing it alone. He’s going with a team led by Accessibility Accelerator to show that “impossible” usually just means “unsupported.” Follow his climb right here.
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And if you haven’t already, join United Spinal. Every member makes our community stronger.
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Learn about longtime organizer Stephanie Thomas on 36 years of the ADA, the fight to keep people out of institutions, and why she thinks disability activism has lost its edge. unitedspinal.org/stephanie-t…
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If you are affected by tornadoes, fires or heat waves this summer, apply for United Spinal’s Disaster Relief Grant. Individuals approved to receive funding will receive an email with further information. unitedspinal.org/disaster-re…
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“The real power of an event like the Roll on Capitol Hill is that legislative staff get to hear stories from actual constituents on how policies can impact people’s everyday life,” says Joey Carlson, who first attended ROCH in 2012. Get involved: unitedspinal.org/reflections…
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If you have a spinal cord injury and use intermittent self-catheterization, the University of Michigan Department of Urology invites you to complete a short survey. Your experiences may help improve future care, education and support for others. umich.qualtrics.com/jfe/form…
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Wanting an extra push to help you climb slopes or cover long distances? Empulse power-assist devices can aid self-propellers and attendants alike. Learn more: unitedspinal.org/empulse-pow…
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Annie Streit is one of hundreds of advocates meeting with members of Congress today as part of United Spinal's 2026 Roll on Capitol Hill. They're fighting for disability rights and the stakes couldn't be higher. Become a grassroots advocate: unitedspinal.org/grassroots-…
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Roll on Capitol Hill 2026 would not be possible without our sponsors! With their generosity, 170+ advocates from across the country will meet directly with their representatives to discuss policy priorities that affect the disability community. Learn more: unitedspinal.org/roll-on-cap…
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Vita Brown and Pam Daly, members of SCIboston and United Spinal’s Grassroots Advocacy Network, were instrumental in getting this bill in motion. Learn more: unitedspinal.org/advocates-i…
BREAKING: I'm introducing my FAST Repairs for Wheelchairs Act.
This legislation would streamline wheelchair repair services by removing prior authorization requirements from Medicare Advantage plans.
Our wheelchair users should not have to wait months for minor repairs.
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What One Wheelchair User’s 500-Mile Camino Journey Teaches Us About Access and Advocacy. unitedspinal.org/what-one-wh…
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Need to apply for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)? Been denied and need to appeal? Get ‘Expert Answers’ from @Allsup and get on the road to getting approved: allsup.help/expert-answers
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Technology impacts individuals with disabilities by breaking down barriers to independence. In recognition of Global Accessibility Awareness Day, learn from our members about the adaptive tech they rely on and the way it enhances their daily lives. unitedspinal.org/adaptive-te…
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As May is Mental Health Awareness Month, we want to highlight a valuable resource our members have access to. We partnered with BetterHelp to provide one month of therapy at no cost. Learn more & sign up for membership to receive the code: unitedspinal.org/membership-…
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Thanks for the focus on automated wheelchair securement with our SecureRide Coalition co-led by @GM & @access2crt Our work is moving forward: unitedspinal.org/secureride/
We are excited to release the 2026 State of AV, our comprehensive look at the progress being made by our members and the entire industry.
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Drawing from their experiences, our Care Support Working Group members share practical advice on how to write caregiver ads that stand out, attract the right applicants and lead to better long-term care relationships. unitedspinal.org/how-to-writ…
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Debbie Myers has been involved with our North Carolina Chapter for 23 years and currently serves as the chapter’s president. During her tenure, she has received countless calls about the chapter’s impact from wheelchair users and their family members. unitedspinal.org/north-carol…
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