United Spinal Association Launches Resource Center at Spinalcord.org

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Dec 09, 2014, 09:10 ET

NEW YORK, Dec. 9, 2014 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- United Spinal Association, the single, largest membership organization dedicated to improving the lives of people with spinal cord injuries and diseases (SCI/D) nationwide, today announced the re-deployment of its expanded resource center at www.spinalcord.org.

The Spinal Cord Resource Center was designed by United Spinal as a hub to connect people living with SCI/D, as well as their loved ones and care providers, to timely resources and support.

"With over 65 years of service to the SCI/D community, United Spinal understands how critical it is to reach out to people with useful information and a positive perspective on living with a disability when they need it the most, early in their rehabilitation," said Joe Gaskins, United Spinal's president and CEO.

The Spinal Cord Resource Center currently offers its 60k monthly unique visitors:

basics of living with SCI/D
state and local resources
info on United Spinal membership (free)
access to a national peer support network
timely assistance from SCI/D information specialists
upcoming webinars on a variety of SCI/D-related topics
directory of affiliated service and care providers

Spinalcord.org also includes a section dedicated to sharing information on the Spinal Network, composed of peer support groups and United Spinal chapter affiliates that work together to set higher standards in assisting people living with SCI/D.

In 2013, United Spinal and The Buoniconti Fund created the Spinal Network with generous support from Founding Corporate Sponsor Hollister, Inc. to address the need for improved coordination between peer support groups in cities and towns across the country in sharing vital resources and helping people with SCI/D maintain their independence and quality of life.

"We have accomplished a great deal this past year to strengthen United Spinal Association and prepare the organization for a successful and rewarding future. Our Spinal Cord Resource Center is a big part of our revitalized commitment to serving the SCI/D community," added Gaskins.

About United Spinal Association
United Spinal is a national 501(c) (3) nonprofit membership organization formed in 1946 by paralyzed veterans and is dedicated to improving the quality of life for all Americans with spinal cord injuries and disorders (SCI/D), including multiple sclerosis, spina bifida, ALS and post-polio. It played a significant role in writing the Americans with Disabilities Act, and made important contributions to the Fair Housing Amendments Act and the Air Carrier Access Act. Membership is free and is open to all individuals with SCI/D. United Spinal was instrumental in getting New York City to create sidewalk curb ramps and accessible public transportation that has been used as a model for many United States cities.

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