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PRO TIPS How to Get the Best Wheelchair Setup for Your Lifestyle Getting a new wheelchair can be daunting. There are countless measurements and components to choose from, and each one can affect your comfort and functionality. We talked with three experts about the things you should consider and how to assemble a team that can deliver a wheelchair that fits your body and lifestyle. Change Your Diet. Change Your Life. After her spinal cord injury, Joanne Smith battled with secondary health complications, including neuropathic pain, UTIs, weight gain and acid reflux. Prescriptions led to side effects and more prescriptions. Fed up, she says, “I decided to wipe the slate clean and try a new approach to my health: I changed my diet. It changed my life.” See how diet can play a role in all aspects of your life, and check out Smith’s five tips for cooking nutritious food at home as a wheelchair user. WATCH Just Hands Follows a Quadriplegic Driver's Journey into High-Stakes Racing What happens when a quadriplegic charges his race car into a tight turn with too much speed? You crash, just like everyone else. Torsten Gross learned that lesson the hard way while training for a race in the new Amazon documentary series Just Hands: For the Love of Racing. The crash may be the most suspenseful moment of the show, but there are plenty of other high-stakes moments as Gross competes with nondisabled drivers in a series of races that take him from his local track in Connecticut to hallowed motorsports venues like Daytona and Circuit of the Americas. SPONSORED CONTENT Discover BraunAbility's Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles Experience quality and confidence with BraunAbility. Our Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) wheelchair accessible vehicles are thoroughly inspected by a trained BraunAbility mechanic. Each CPO unit has 48,000 miles or less, includes a new wheelchair conversion, and comes with a 7-year limited warranty. That's our Built to Trust promise. CPO units start at $49,900. TRANSITIONS When Parents Age Out of Caregiving For some people who rely on caregivers, having parents help with your daily routine can make a lot of sense financially and logistically. But what happens when your parents get older and start to need help themselves? Ian Ruder talks with wheelchair users with aging parents about how they’re managing this tricky transition. DAY IN THE LIFE Chapter and Hospital Network Coordinator Arielle Rausin A former wheelchair racer and entrepreneur, Arielle Rausin recently took on the challenge of supporting United Spinal Association’s 38 chapters and sprawling hospital network, as well as ensuring that communications and resources flow freely between them. See how she gets through her day as an independent wheelchair user in New York City.

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Family Connection of SC, Buddy Walk 2025

 

Family Connection of South Carolina is honored to announce registration for Buddy Walk 2025 is now open!  Columbia 2025 Buddy Walk Sunday, November 2, 12:00 p.m. Saluda Shoals Park Athletic Fields   11:00 AM  Tailgaters and Specialty Vehicles Arrive 12:00 PM  Family Fun Activities Begin 2:00 PM    Walk around the Field 2:15 PM    Celebration Ceremony honoring Buddies and Teams  Register today and start fundraising, then join us on November 2 and enjoy music, refreshments, field games, craft stations, a photo opp area, raffle prizes and more! Need help with registration? Click the button for step-by-step instructions.

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Brain Injury Association of SC, Focus Forward

 

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Join us for Concussion Awareness Month activities throughout September.   Free for Survivors and Family Members • Sept. 5  Concussion Management: Putting Research into Practice In this pre-recorded webinar, Cristin Beazley, PT, DPT discusses the latest evidence-based recommendations for management of concussion and concussion-related injuries across populations and rehab settings.  Learn More. Free Webinar • Sept. 9 @ 2 p.m. Is Concussion a Brain Injury?  Concussion awareness advocates and survivors will share personal stories and speak to the seriousness of concussions, why awareness is so critical, and how you can help spread concussion awareness. Register Now! Free Webinar • Sept. 19 @ 2 p.m. Operational Advancements in Warfighter Brain Health  Delve into emerging topics in TBI care for the warfighter. This session will highlight key research findings and their impact on advancing TBI knowledge and treatment for service members. Learn more and Register. Six-week Program Connect with fellow survivors and caregivers in the six-week Love Your Brain program using yoga, mindfulness, and education. The classes are offered 4 times a year and will begin in October. Register Now! Barriers to Assistance for Voters with Disabilities – What Have You Experienced? with Clay Pierce of the ACLU invites individuals with brain injuries to share their experiences navigating the voting process. This open discussion highlights real challenges and works toward solutions for a more inclusive electoral system. Sept. 2 @ 10 a.m. Join using this link. September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. Since traumatic brain injury multiplies the risk of depression eightfold, we’re sharing resources that provide caring, confidential help whenever it’s needed. 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Access to free, quality, one-on-one assistance. Skilled, judgment-free counselors provide compassionate support anytime. Call, text, or chat 988 to speak with a counselor. Learn More.  The Veterans Crisis Line is a free, confidential resource for service members, Veterans, and their families—even if they’re not enrolled in VA benefits. Trained responders provide immediate, judgment-free support for challenges like suicidal thoughts, PTSD, depression, or substance use, with a focus on safety and connecting you to help. Learn More. The Psychological Health Resource Center is available 24/7 to provide free, confidential support on issues like stress, depression, reintegration, and accessing mental health care. While not a counseling center, it connects Veterans with trusted information and resources to get the help they need. Learn More. Returning to school after a traumatic brain injury can feel overwhelming, but with the same dedication that guided your recovery, success is possible. Campus support systems and online resources are available to help you make a smooth transition back into the classroom. Download the Guide to Academic Success After TBI. Six Pillars of a Healthy Brain Join BI survivor and advocate Luke Bohnenberger as he shares practical tips like the "two-minute rule" for exercise and the power of oxytocin for healing. This talk empowers survivors, caregivers, and families to embrace a purposeful journey toward resilience.  September 9 • 10 a.m.  No registration required.  Join using this link. BIASC Quick Links BI Survivor Resources Support Groups – Virtual and In-Person SC State Museum Accessibility Mornings 2025 Online BI Survivor Series Keep up with all the happenings on our calendar of events.

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