United Spinal will discontinue the regular print version of our member publication New Mobility at the end of 2024 so that we can reach more wheelchair users digitally. Possibilities for 2025 include additional video, podcasts, audio stories, topic-specific newsletters and expanded social media. "Whatever new forms NM takes, we’ll keep telling authentic stories by and for wheelchair users that you can’t find anywhere else," says Seth McBride, director of digital content strategy for New Mobility. Tell us what you'd like to see in New Mobility 2.0: https://lnkd.in/g9TVc3zt
United Spinal Association
Non-profit Organizations
Kew Gardens, NY 4,847 followers
Advocacy. Empowerment. Independence.
About us
United Spinal Association is a national 501(c) (3) nonprofit membership organization dedicated to empowering people with spinal cord injuries and disorders (SCI/D), including veterans, to live successful and fulfilling lives. Directed by people with disabilities, United Spinal Association works to overcome the stigma of disability and remove physical barriers to inclusion for wheelchair users. We are united in our belief that business, people with disabilities and society all benefit from providing equal opportunity to pursue passions, employment, and recreational opportunities. Our goal is to actively support people with SCI/D through valuable programs and services that maximize independence and create opportunities to become leaders, advocates, and innovators. United Spinal transforms the lives of people with SCI/D by: 1) Advocating for enforcement and enhancement of disability rights, including access to healthcare, mobility equipment, public transportation, rehabilitation, community services and supports, and the built environment 2) Empowering our members, their loved ones, care providers and professionals with resources, one-on-one assistance, and peer support 3) Promoting independence through employment, assisting individuals with employment opportunities, and ensuring that wheelchair users have equal access to housing, shopping and recreational opportunities 4)Promoting civic participation and self-advocacy
- Website
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http://www.unitedspinal.org
External link for United Spinal Association
- Industry
- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Kew Gardens, NY
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1947
- Specialties
- Veterans benefits, public policy, social services, and disability rights
Locations
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Primary
120-34 Queens Blvd.
#320
Kew Gardens, NY 11415, US
Employees at United Spinal Association
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Robert Barbieri
A high-impact executive leader & strategic partner, board member & advisor, and private equity investor.
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John Dziewa
Board Member focused on Disability Advocacy & IT Manager at Fiserv
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Josie Byzek
Senior Director of Communications & Digital Experience at United Spinal Association
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Brooke Ellison
President, Brooke Ellison Leadership and Inclusion Strategies, LLC
Updates
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This should be the standard! Wheelchair users deserve equal access to healthcare. We have a comprehensive collection of resources for both patients and health providers: https://lnkd.in/gkuUfpsQ
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Access to the right mobility devices can change lives! Take action with us: https://lnkd.in/gig6-meu
Tricia is rolling in style with her new SmartDrive thanks to our partnership with United Spinal Association! We're thrilled to be able to provide Tricia with this life-changing technology. Stay tuned for more inspiring stories of how we're making a difference together! #UnitedSpinal #SmartDrive #PermobilCares Permobil
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Cool event from our our hospital partner, Shirley Ryan AbilityLab! Join our outdoor recreation working group to find local opportunities: https://lnkd.in/gTgY2PE2
We recently sponsored a group of participants for a fun weekend of extreme adaptive cycling in Killington, Vt. — full of downhill rides, top speeds, and twists, turns and jumps over mountainous terrain. The riders enjoyed an intense trail ride at Gifford Woods State Park, with more than 800 feet of climbing elevation. Not only did they push their limits, but their feedback will be used to decide if the trail will officially be sanctioned as an adaptive mountain biking trail. Special thanks to our Adaptive Sports and Therapeutic Recreation teams and our organizing partners, the Kelly Brush Foundation and Vermont Adaptive Ski & Sports! Learn more about our Adaptive Cycling Program: bit.ly/4eZ2VDF #adaptivesports #adaptivecycling #mountainbiking #cycling
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Jumpstart your job search and transition into new career opportunities with support from our new Work Readiness program! Sign up for our July 2024 cohort & contact Lesly St.Louis with any questions.
Work Readiness & Education Program Application
https://unitedspinal.org
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Turn your space into a source of income and help make travel more accessible to wheelchair users. Join our free Airbnb Entrepreneurship Academy on July 11th to learn more: https://lnkd.in/gy4JMvMy
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Learn from workforce professionals providing financial education services to help people with disabilities achieve economic self-sufficiency from the LEAD Center: https://lnkd.in/g4VUQk-z
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Does the Americans with Disabilities Act require buildings to install elevators? Our ADA expert Marsha Mazz is here to explain and give helpful advice.
Can a Rooftop Happy Hour be Made Wheelchair Accessible?
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Our advocacy team joined the latest episode of Permobil's Wheelchair Nerds podcast to explore the advancements in air travel accessibility. Tune in: https://lnkd.in/gGJGk6Vw