United Spinal Association of Northeast Ohio

11/18/2025

💪✨ Get moving with Help Hope Live and W.O.W. Wonders on Wheels!
Join a live virtual wheelchair fitness class on Tuesday, Nov 18 at 6 PM ET — designed for all ability levels and full of fun, energy, and community! 🦽🎶
Stay active, stay strong, and make fitness FUN all year long! 🙌
👉 Register here:

W.O.W. Fitness & Wellness will be offering four free fitness classes each month to help you stay active and feeling great! W.O.W. knows that the secret to achieving your fitness goals is to make fitness FUN! These classes are wheelchair-inclusive but open to anyone who wants to participate – all f...

11/17/2025

🕖 Happening Tonight! Don’t Miss Out!
Join us tonight at 7 PM EST for the USANEO Chapter’s November Monthly Meeting! 💙
We’re thrilled to welcome Erin Sandridge from the Center for Stroke and Hand Recovery, who will be sharing the programs and services available at the Center — a fantastic resource for anyone interested in recovery and rehabilitation. 💪
💻 This is your last chance to sign up!
👉 Register now: www.usaneo.org/calendar

We meet the 3rd Monday of every month virtually, via Zoom. Meetings include an educational talk by a medical provider and/or information about recreation opportunities in our area.

11/14/2025

Have you wondered about how to become more active after a spinal cord injury, but weren’t sure how or where to start?

Join Help Hope Live on Monday, November 17, at 4 p.m. ET to learn more about the importance of staying active after a spinal cord injury. They will be joined by Megan L’Esperance and Amy Rixon, from the Kelly Brush Foundation, Dianne Vitkus, Help Hope Live Ambassador and part of the Kelly Brush Foundation Active Project, and Andy Zimmer, SCI Outreach Representative with Help Hope Live.

The panel will be discussing how the Kelly Brush Foundation can help you stay active, the grants they have available, the programs they offer, and their Active Project. Dianne and Andy will also share how they stay active after spinal cord injury.

Register with the link below

11/14/2025

💪 Regain Function. Reclaim Independence.
The Tetraplegia Management Clinic (TMC) at MetroHealth, in partnership with the United Spinal Association Northeast Ohio Chapter and the NORSCIS Research Team, is helping individuals with spinal cord injuries take the next step in their rehab journey. 🌟
Through innovative approaches like nerve transfers, tendon transfers, and neuroprosthesis research, the TMC team works with you to design a personalized plan that fits your goals and maximizes your function. 🙌
From assessment to recovery, their team of skilled physiatrists, surgeons, therapists, and researchers are with you every step of the way.
🔗 Learn more about how the TMC can help restore upper extremity function: www.usaneo.org/blog

31OctMSKTC Resource: Adjusting to Life After SCIUSANEO AdminConnections Newsletter Article, Mental Health, NORSCIS Research, Resourcesmental health, norscis, research, spinal cord injury, usaneo0 The MSKTC works closely with researchers in the 14 Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) Model System Centers to deve...

11/13/2025

Friday, November 14, at 2 PM ET: "In Sickness and In Health: Caregiver Resiliency in Spousal and Partner Relationships" features four couples with one partner living with paralysis. Join the Reeve Foundation for a real and honest conversation with four couples who’ve been there. They’ll share how they navigate caregiving, keep their relationship strong, and support each other through it all.
Register for the In Sickness and In Health webinar at

In relationships where one partner is living with paralysis, dynamics can change in big ways—especially if one partner is providing care to the other. How do couples stay connected, communicate well, and avoid burnout? Join us for a real and honest conversation with four couples who’ve been ther...

11/13/2025

🧠✨ Think you’ve got what it takes?
It’s time to test your trivia skills, outsmart your friends, and have a blast — all while supporting a great cause! 🌟 Enjoy exciting rounds of trivia, tasty drinks, and the chance to win some amazing prizes.
🧡 Grab your crew (up to 5 teammates if you’d like), mark your calendars, and get ready for a night by the water filled with laughter, competition, and community spirit.
Don’t miss the 6th Annual “A Night of Trivia” Fundraiser — it’s going to be one for the books! 📅
👉 Learn more: https://usaneo.org/2025trivia/

11/12/2025

Thursday, November 13, at 3 PM ET: "The Power of Connection: Why Community Matters for Mental Health" will be presented by Dr. John Chang and Nurse Linda. This webinar is the first in the Reeve Foundation's new mental health webinar miniseries. Join Nurse Linda and Dr. John, a licensed psychologist living with paralysis and Distinguished Professor at East Stroudsburg University, for a conversation on creating connection, combatting loneliness, the impact of caregivers on your mental health, and more. Leave with practical solutions to build meaningful relationships, find support, and stay connected—no matter where you are on your journey.

Register for The Power of Connection webinar at

The Power of Connection: Why Community Matters for Mental Health Living with paralysis can involve various challenges–not just physically, but emotionally and mentally too. Feelings of isolation, stress, and even depression are common. But there’s something that can make a big difference: commun...

11/12/2025

🗓️ Join Us for Our November Monthly Meeting!
We’re excited to welcome Erin Sandridge from the Center for Stroke and Hand Recovery as this month’s presenter! 🙌 Erin will share information about the programs and services offered at the Center — a great opportunity to learn more about resources that support recovery and rehabilitation. 💪
📅 Date: Monday, November 17
🕖 Time: 7 PM EST
💻 Location: Virtual (Zoom)
🔗 Register here: www.usaneo.org/calendar
Don’t miss this chance to connect, learn, and grow with our community! 💙

11/11/2025

Our chapter regularly takes in donations of slightly used equipment or unused medical supplies. We have just been notified of some items for sale.. We also have new anti-tippers, clothing guards, and more that are free to a good home! Check out www.usaneo.org/donated-items.

If you are interested in obtaining something we have, send us an email at unitedspinalneo@gmail.com to set up a pick-up.

11/11/2025

🇺🇸 Today, we salute our veterans.
Your bravery safeguards our freedoms, and your service will never be forgotten. With gratitude and respect — thank you for answering the call. ❤️🤍💙

11/10/2025

💪 Meet Brian Crawford: After a life-changing spinal injury at 50, Brian faced paralysis, setbacks, and a tough recovery. But with grit, community, and relentless therapy, he's walking again, back to work, and just regained his driver’s license.

Check out his story in the Fall 2024 Connections Newsletter: norscis.mailchimpsites.com/newsletters

spinal cord injury newsletter, resources

11/07/2025

Get ready to test your wits, challenge your friends, and support a great cause! 🌟 This event promises an exciting trivia competition, delicious refreshments, and a chance to win fantastic prizes. Whether you're a trivia aficionado or just looking for a fun night out, there's something for everyone.
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Mark your calendars, assemble your team (up to 5 people - if you want), and stay tuned for more information coming your way shortly. Help us make this fundraiser a huge success while enjoying a fantastic evening by the water.
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Don't miss out on the 6th Annual 'A Night of Trivia' Fundraiser – it's bound to be a memorable night full of laughter, friendly competition, and community spirit. See you there! Find out all the details on https://usaneo.org/2025trivia/