United Spinal Association of Northeast Ohio

01/08/2026

❄️ Staying Active Together This Winter 💙
Cold weather can make it tempting to slow down — but movement, at any level, plays an important role in physical and mental well-being for people living with spinal cord injury. Our Winter 2025 Connections Newsletter highlights accessible, at-home ways to stay active during the colder months, with options designed to meet you where you are.
From virtual programs like MENTOR, to self-guided exercise videos from the Shepherd Center, to printable resources from Flint Rehab, this article reminds us that there’s no one “right” way to move — just what works for you.
💪 Every bit of movement counts. You’re not in this alone, and there are resources to support you all winter long.
👉 Read the full article in the Winter 2025 Newsletter: norscis.mailchimpsites.com/newsletters

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01/07/2026

Connection Changes Everything
Life after a spinal cord injury or diagnosis can feel overwhelming at times — but you are part of a community that understands and cares. 🤝 Through the United Spinal Association Northeast Ohio Peer Mentoring Program, you can connect with someone who’s been there and is ready to listen, support, and share real-life insight.
✨ Why peer connection matters:
• Learn practical strategies for everyday life
• Build confidence, hope, and resilience through shared experiences
Take the first step toward meaningful connection today: www.usaneo.org/connect-in

The goal of the Connect-In Peer Mentoring Program is to enhance supportive relationships within the spinal cord injury/ related disorders (SCI/D) community, sharing knowledge and experience, and providing an opportunity to learn from different perspectives.

01/06/2026

💪✨ Get moving with Help Hope Live and W.O.W. Wonders on Wheels!
Join a live virtual wheelchair fitness class on Tuesday, Jan 6 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! 🙌

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...

01/05/2026

In order to continue serving Northeast Ohio and even consider expanding our services, we have a few "positions" that need to be filled. These positions are all volunteer positions, as we do not have the finances (at this time) to hire anyone as an employee. The future of our chapter depends on the help we have and once we have some help, we can look into grant options for funding.
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Technology Specialist - maintaining our website, updating content, maintaining security
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If you are interested, would like further information, or interested in helping but not with this position, please email us your interest at unitedspinalneo@gmail.com.

01/02/2026

The People and Devices Making Pinball Accessible
For people of a certain age, there's nothing quite as nostalgic as old-school arcade games. And while many consider pinball the apex of classic gaming, it has never been the most accessible option … until now. Power wheelchair user John Mohler recently took a trip to the 41st Annual Pinball Expo outside of Chicago to check out a new crop of adaptive controllers making the game more inclusive than ever

When I was an arcade rat in the 1980s, my idea of heaven looked just like what I discovered when I attended the 41st Annual Pinball Expo this October in Schaumburg, Illinois, outside of Chicago: a…

01/01/2026

✨ Happy New Year from the USANEO Chapter! ✨
As we roll into 2026, we celebrate our incredible community — your strength, resilience, and support inspire us every day. 💙 Let’s make this year one of connection, growth, and shared victories.
Stay connected, join events, and continue building a community where everyone with a spinal cord injury can thrive. Visit www.usaneo.org to learn about all our programs, services, and events. Here’s to a year full of possibility and togetherness! 🎉♿️

12/31/2025

🎉 Happy & Safe New Year from the USANEO Chapter! 🎉
As we welcome a new year, we’re wishing our spinal cord injury community good health, meaningful connections, and continued strength in the days ahead. May the year bring new opportunities, shared victories, and plenty of reasons to celebrate — safely and together. 💙
Thank you for being such an important part of our community.
Cheers to a hopeful, healthy New Year! ✨♿️

12/30/2025

💙 You’re Not Alone — We’re Here for You!
Navigating life after a spinal cord injury or diagnosis can feel like a lot, but you don’t have to do it on your own. 🤝
Through the United Spinal Association Northeast Ohio’s Peer Mentoring Program, you can connect with someone who’s walked a similar path — ready to listen, support, and share what’s helped them thrive. 💬
✨ Benefits of connecting with a peer mentor:
Gain practical tips and advice for everyday challenges.

Build confidence and hope through shared experiences.

Take the first step toward connection today: www.usaneo.org/connect-in

The goal of the Connect-In Peer Mentoring Program is to enhance supportive relationships within the spinal cord injury/ related disorders (SCI/D) community, sharing knowledge and experience, and providing an opportunity to learn from different perspectives.

12/29/2025

is proud to collaborate with program to develop resources including factsheets, videos, narrated slideshows, quick reviews, etc. Learn more about pregnancy after spinal cord injury resources available for you or someone you may know:

Access valuable information on how to have a safe journey to motherhood with SCI. Learn about common concerns and get resources to ensure a safe pregnancy.

12/26/2025

This Wheelchair User Was Just Awarded $41.5 Million to Design the Power Chair of the Future
As the director of the Human Engineering Research Labs at the University of Pittsburgh, Rory Cooper has been at the forefront of designing new mobility technologies for decades. Now, Cooper and his team at HERL have been awarded $41.5 million to help design the power wheelchair of the future. Click to read more about the project, which aims to include everything from advanced sensors, to curb-climbing features and a robotic arm to let high-quads more easily interact with their environment.

As the director of the Human Engineering Research Labs at the University of Pittsburgh, Rory Cooper has been at the forefront of designing new mobility technologies — including everything from…

12/25/2025

✨ Happy Holidays from the USANEO Chapter! ✨
To our incredible spinal cord injury community — we’re sending you joy, peace, and connection this season. Whether you’re celebrating big or keeping things cozy at home, we’re grateful for each of you and the strength, support, and resilience you bring to our community all year long. 💙
Wishing you a season filled with warmth, accessible fun, and moments that make you smile.
Happy Holidays from all of us at USANEO! 🎄♿️✨

12/24/2025

Interested in clinical research trials? Not sure where to go to find ones that you might qualify for? Scitrials.org was developed with voices in the community to create an easy experience in finding clinical trials specifically for the SCI community.

SciTrials lets you find, learn about and apply for clinical trials for Spinal Cord Injuries.