Understanding and Combating Medical Ableism
When healthcare doesn't feel like healthcare. The post Understanding and Combating Medical Ableism appeared first on United Spinal Association .
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The ADA at 36: An Interview with Disability Rights Pioneer Stephanie Thomas
New Mobility speaks with 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. The post The ADA at 36: An Interview with Disability Rights Pioneer Stephanie Thomas appeared first on United Spinal Association .
Reflections from Roll on Capitol Hill 2026
Our advocates share what it means to them to lead the fight for disability policy. The post Reflections from Roll on Capitol Hill 2026 appeared first on United Spinal Association .
Score Big Savings on Whirlpool Appliances with Your United Spinal Membership
United Spinal members now have access to Whirlpool’s Inside Pass program, offering factory discounts and exclusive insider perks. The post Score Big Savings on Whirlpool Appliances with Your United Spinal Membership appeared first on United Spinal Association .
When Seconds Matter: Accessible Home Fire Safety for the Disability Community
Most of us have heard the advice since childhood: if there is a fire, get out fast and call 911. For many wheelchair users, it is not that simple. The post When Seconds Matter: Accessible Home Fire Safety for the Disability Community appeared first on United Spinal Association .
Advocates Instrumental in Federal Bill to Remove Prior Authorizations from Wheelchair Repairs
Vita Brown and Pam Daly, members of SCIBoston and United Spinal’s Grassroots Advocacy Network, were instrumental in getting this bill in motion. The post Advocates Instrumental in Federal Bill to Remove Prior Authorizations from Wheelchair Repairs appeared first on United Spinal Association .
Sponsor Spotlight: Empulse Power Assist Devices
Wanting an extra push to help you climb slopes or cover long distances? Empulse power-assist devices can aid self-propellers and attendants alike. The post Sponsor Spotlight: Empulse Power Assist Devices appeared first on United Spinal Association .
What One Wheelchair User’s 500-Mile Camino Journey Teaches Us About Access and Advocacy
United Spinal Outdoor Working Group member Kim Harrison shares her triumphant 500-mile journey across Spain. The post What One Wheelchair User’s 500-Mile Camino Journey Teaches Us About Access and Advocacy appeared first on United Spinal Association .
Mississippi Chapter Helps Wheelchair Users Weather the Storm
The Mississippi Chapter was on the frontlines providing support for people with disabilities, including many who had nowhere else to turn. The post Mississippi Chapter Helps Wheelchair Users Weather the Storm appeared first on United Spinal Association .
Adaptive technology equals independence for the disability community
Learn from our members about the adaptive tech they rely on and the way it enhances their daily lives. The post Adaptive technology equals independence for the disability community appeared first on United Spinal Association .