Monday, June 03, 2019

United Spinal Newsletter: Mental Health & SCI/D

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United Spinal Newsletter | May 2019  

Apply for Life-Enhancing Wheelchair Technology Through 'Roll Forward' Grant
United Spinal and the Permobil Foundation have partnered to offer United Spinal members the opportunity to apply for a Roll Forward grant of either a Smart Drive or a Active-Height seat elevator on a new Permobil wheelchair order.  Awards are limited and will be given based on financial need.

Recovering from Spinal Cord Injury, Never Give Up Hope
Lee Oesterle, a licensed clinical social worker and executive director of a child placement agency, sat down with United Spinal to discuss his journey toward recovery after a spinal cord injury changed his life forever at the age of 61.

SMART Program Can Help Wheelchair Users Avoid Anxiety & Depression
If you're struggling with anxiety and depression, the SMART program could provide a simple solution to become happier, healthier and less stressed.

United on Wheels 2-Part Podcast Series on Mental Health
United on Wheels podcast presents a 2-part series on mental health and disability. Part I features Dr. Patty Schroeder and Jamie Duplechine who discuss mental health and how to live your best life. Part II features Dr. Dan Gottlieb, a psychologist, author and radio talk show host who shares his mental health insights as a professional and someone living with a disability.

Strengthening Corporate Engagement
On May 21st, United Spinal hosted a meeting with its Corporate Advisory Council at the landmark Ford Foundation Center for Social Justice; a fitting location to share the organization’s historic fight to improve access to NYC and vision for the future of disability rights. Check out our event photo gallery.


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