Kids Kick Paralysis

Kids Kick Paralysis The Kosair Charities Center for Pediatric NeuroRecovery at the University of Louisville is dedicated to helping “Kids Kick Paralysis.”

The Kosair Charities Center for Pediatric NeuroRecovery is a regional, national and international hub for delivering state-of-the-art activity-based therapies for children with paralysis, training rehabilitation clinicians and researchers, and conducting ground-breaking research to guide clinical decision-making.

05/01/2026

It’s that time of the week again… the countdown continues! ⏳

We’re getting closer and closer to officially being moved in, and next week things really start picking up — movers arriving, boxes everywhere, and lots of unpacking ahead!

So get ready… there are a lot of exciting (and busy!) moving parts coming your way. We can’t wait to bring you along for it all! 🚚📦

04/24/2026

The countdown is on!! We are officially 11 days away from our 4th floor move! 🎉📦

We can’t wait to welcome everyone into our new space and share all the exciting things to come. Stay tuned… the best is yet to come! ✨

⭐ Staff Spotlight Friday: Robert Reyes ⭐Tell us a little about you?Robert graduated from California Polytechnic Universi...
04/17/2026

⭐ Staff Spotlight Friday: Robert Reyes ⭐

Tell us a little about you?
Robert graduated from California Polytechnic University, Humboldt State, with a degree in Kinesiology. Before joining our team, he worked in corporate wellness, outdoor education, and university sports advertising. Outside of work, Robert loves all things outdoors—fishing, hiking, camping, climbing, running, biking, and golfing. He also enjoys projects in his garage, spending time with his dog Bear, and is currently training for an Ironman 70.3! 💪

Where are you from?
Originally from California, Robert later moved to North Carolina with his now fiancé before making the move here to be closer to family.

How long have you worked in spinal cord injury?
Robert has worked in spinal cord injury for nearly 5 years.

What is the best part of working with our kids?
“The kids love coming here. We get to watch them grow, help them build skills they’ll use for life, and bring joy to families. Nothing tops that.”

What is an interesting fact no one knows about you?
Robert has visited 21 states and 4 countries! 🌎

What is your favorite food?
Mexican food is at the top of the list—burritos, tacos, enchiladas, and everything in between! 🌮

How long have you been with our program?
He has been with the program for nearly 5 years!

If you could have a superpower, what would it be?
Super-speed—being able to run anywhere in the world in seconds and see everything along the way. ⚡

We’re so thankful to have Robert on our team and for the energy, dedication, and positivity he brings every day!

The countdown is on!! We are officially one month away from move-in day, and the moving process has begun! 🎉2 of our 5 t...
04/16/2026

The countdown is on!! We are officially one month away from move-in day, and the moving process has begun! 🎉

2 of our 5 treadmills are being moved as we speak, and we can’t wait to see everything come together in our new space.

What are you most excited to see in our new facility? 👀

🌟 Staff Spotlight Friday: Grace Hubler 🌟Tell us a little about you?I graduated from Indiana University in 2022 with a Ba...
04/03/2026

🌟 Staff Spotlight Friday: Grace Hubler 🌟

Tell us a little about you?
I graduated from Indiana University in 2022 with a Bachelor’s in Exercise Science. In my free time, I love to bake, cook, and try lots of new recipes!

Where are you from?
Right across the river in New Albany, IN!

How long have you worked in spinal cord injury?
I first started working with SCI when I joined our program here about a year and a half ago.

What is the best part of working with our kids?
The best part about working with our kids is seeing them accomplish new things and have fun doing it! Everyone is so creative and does a great job incorporating the kids’ favorite games and hobbies into their therapy goals.

What’s an interesting fact no one knows about you?
In the past few years, I’ve started collecting vinyl and love listening to all my favorite songs and albums on my record player!

What is your favorite food?
Definitely sushi! My favorite is anything with spicy crab, but I love trying new rolls too!

If you could have a superpower, what would it be?
Teleportation—so I could travel whenever and wherever I wanted!

💙 We’re so lucky to have Grace on our team!

04/02/2026

Rhea Chancellor was 3 years old when she became paralyzed from the neck down after going down for a nap.

✨ Staff Spotlight Friday: Taylor DeSpain ✨Tell us a little about you:I’ve been an Occupational Therapist for 7 years, wi...
03/27/2026

✨ Staff Spotlight Friday: Taylor DeSpain ✨

Tell us a little about you:
I’ve been an Occupational Therapist for 7 years, with most of my experience in pediatrics—which is exactly what I always hoped to do! Since then, I’ve also become a mom of three. Our house is full of animals (and somehow the list keeps growing 🐾). Right now, I’m definitely ready for some warmth and sunshine!

Where are you from?
Right here in Louisville, KY

How long have you worked in spinal cord injury?
Just over 3 years—this was my first experience working with SCI.

What is the best part of working with our kids?
Building connections and relationships, and helping them grow their confidence as they learn new skills.

What’s an interesting fact no one knows about you?
I grew up a total tomboy—softball was my life! Then one day in high school I decided to try dance team, and I ended up loving it.

What is your favorite food?
The easier question might be… what are my least favorite foods? 😋

How long have you been with our program?
Just over 3 years

If you weren’t an Occupational Therapist, what would you be doing?
I’d probably be a stay-at-home mom, or maybe doing something with home renovations.

03/21/2026

We had such a great time at the former Brain Days at the Kentucky Science Center! 🧠✨

Our team loved connecting with the community through hands-on fun — from testing out the claw, exploring spine and brain puzzles, to letting kids (and adults!) build their very own spine! 🦴

Thank you to everyone who stopped by to learn, play, and explore with us. Events like this make science exciting and accessible for all! 💙

03/20/2026

Staff Spotlight Friday: Parth Parikh

Tell us a little about you?
Hello, my name is Parth, and I am a biomedical engineer working with the Pediatric NeuroRecovery team. I completed my undergraduate degree in Biomedical Engineering at the University of Louisville and am currently pursuing a Master’s in Computer Engineering on the side. I recently got married to my wife, Priya. In my free time, I enjoy traveling, cooking, and playing sports—especially cricket!

Where are you from?
I am originally from Ahmedabad, India, and came to the United States for my undergraduate studies. At this point, I’ve lived about a third of my life in Louisville, so you could say it feels like home too.

How long have you worked in spinal cord injury?
I started in 2019 as an engineering co-op and transitioned into a full-time role after graduating in 2021.

What is the best part of working with our kids?
Their dedication and effort each day are incredibly inspiring. They bring so much energy and excitement—whether it’s early morning or late in the evening. The bond they build with us is truly special, and every bit of progress they make gives us goosebumps. It’s also hard to call it “work” when you get to play, sing rhymes, and have fun with our kiddos!

What is an interesting fact that no one knows about you?
I’m a big aviation enthusiast!

What is your favorite food?
If I could eat just one thing for the rest of my life, it would be Nestlé Maggi Instant Noodles.

If you could have a superpower, what would it be?
Time manipulation—so I could slow down and fully enjoy moments with loved ones.

Happy St. Patrick’s Day!
03/17/2026

Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

🌟Staff Spotlight Friday: Chloe Benkiser🌟Tell us a little about you!Hi, I’m Chloe! I graduated from the University of Ill...
03/06/2026

🌟Staff Spotlight Friday: Chloe Benkiser🌟

Tell us a little about you!
Hi, I’m Chloe! I graduated from the University of Illinois at Chicago with a degree in Rehabilitation Sciences and a minor in Disability and Human Development. I recently married my husband, Joey, and we have two orange kitties named Cheeto and Goose! I love staying active, watching scary movies, and traveling.

Where are you from?
I’m originally from Chicago—about a mile away from Wrigleyville. Go Cubbies!

How long have you worked in spinal cord injury?
I started working in spinal cord injury here and have been with the field for three years now.

What is the best part of working with our kids?
One of the most rewarding parts of working with our kids is seeing how much fun they’re having while still actively participating in therapy. When a child says they “don’t want to leave” because they’re enjoying the session so much, it reminds me that we’re creating an environment where therapy doesn’t feel like work. In those moments, I know we’re not only working toward their goals but doing it in a way that keeps them engaged, motivated, and smiling.

What’s an interesting fact that no one knows about you?
I love cooking and baking—it’s my favorite hobby! If anyone has any good recipes, I’d love to try them.

What is your favorite food?
Warm homemade chocolate chip cookies.

How long have you been with our program?
I just celebrated my three-year anniversary with the program last month!

If you could have a superpower, what would it be?
I would definitely choose teleportation so I could travel anywhere in the world!

02/27/2026

✨ Spotlight Friday: Steve Gruneisen ✨

Tell us a little about you. Where are you from?
I was born and raised (mostly!) right here in Louisville. I’m married to my wife, Lynn, and we have three children—two out in the world and one still in high school.

How long have you worked in spinal cord injury?
10 years. I started in the adult epidural stimulation group back in 2015.

What’s the best part of working with our kids?
Getting to see and truly know their varied personalities.

What’s an interesting fact most people don’t know about you?
I have a private pilot’s license ✈️

What’s your favorite food?
Pretty much any kind of Mexican food 🌮

How long have you been with our program?
6 months.

If you could have a superpower, what would it be?
To always be comfortable—shorts on a cold day or a suit on a hot day, no matter what.

We’re so glad to have Steve as part of our team! 👏

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220 Abraham Flexner Way
Louisville, KY
40202

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Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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