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CRISIS 

Call 988 - Suicide & Crisis Lifeline - Free, confidential mental health support

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Al-Anon Support for families and friends of alcoholics

Alcoholics Anonymous Provides resources to find help and support for alcohol abuse around the country.

American College of Lifestyle Medicine   The American College of Lifestyle Medicine is a society of medical professionals united to reverse chronic disease.

American Heart Association (AHA) A wonderful resource for cardiac and stroke individuals and their families/caregivers. Their website has research, healthy recipes and lifestyle recommendations for heart attack and stroke prevention and care.

American Heart Association (AHA) Stroke Walk  

Michelle Arredondo 801-702-4426
Sugar House Park, 1330 E 2100 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84106
This is a walk centered around supporting and celebrating survivors. Proceeds go to fighting heart disease and stroke. ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ booths will be set up to provide information, activities, and giveaways

Amputee Coalition To support, educate, and advocate for people impacted by limb loss and limb difference.

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Balance and Mobility Clinic /locations/balance-mobility/  Focus on regaining balance/strength after a disability or injury. Also provide pelvic floor interventions. 801-587-9161 ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ of Utah, ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ Sciences Education Building, 520 Wakara Way, Salt Lake City, UT, 84108

BE Nutrition 704-380-9924 - Focus towards women's healthy eating; available virtually

Bobby the Bladder: Interactive animation for bladder management education

Asta Cath Female Catheter Guide  

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CDC Heart Disease and Stroke Prevention Resource for stroke related health information and prevention.

Center for Change 888-224-8250 - 1790 North State Street Orem, UT - Clinic for Eating Disorders

Center for Healing Therapies - 699 E. South Temple - 801-725-9594 - Mental health services for individuals, couples and families (includes LGBTQ+ community).

Center for Human Potential 801-483-2447 - 265 E. 100 S - Mental health services for personal use or businesses.

City Center Psychology 385.831.0200 - Mental health services in downtown Salt Lake City area.

Compass Counseling and Consulting 801-639-9544 - Mental health services offered both in person and nationally. Also provide free webinar content on mental related topics.

Comprensive Psychological ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ Mental health services with various locations throughout Utah.

Craig H. Neilsen Foundation The foundation's funding is dedicated to supporting both programs and scientific research to improve the quality of life for those living with spinal cord injury.

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Empower Spinal Cord Injury Camp and Program Camp for individuals with SCI to gain skills and continue reaching rehab goals. Must apply to participate, see website for cost/details.

Equinox Counseling ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ 801-450-2798 - 923 East Executive Drive Murray, UT - Mental health services for individuals, couples and families.

Find A Therapist A search engine to help find a mental health therapist in your area.

Full Circle Yoga and Therapy 385-528-2950 - 1719 S. Main Street Salt Lake City, UT 84115 - Provides free yoga to patients with stroke or brain injury.

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Guided Eating 801-691-8090 - 3325 North ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ Avenue Provo, UT

Healing Pathways Therapy Center

info@pathwaysutah.com
435-248-2089

Highland Springs Clinc 800-403-0295

Behavioral ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ in Utah, Idaho

Home and Community Based ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ-Utah Descriptions of Medicaid waivers available to keep patients in their homes

Huntsman Mental ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ Institute /hmhi 801-583-2500 - Resources related to mental health and the various programs available through HMHI

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Jim Collins Foundation Apply for grants to assisit with sexual reassignment surgery costs

L.G. Skaggs Wellness Center /locations/skaggs/ 801-213-8720 - ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ of Utah, 530 Wakara Way, Salt Lake City, UT 84108 - Provides customized health and wellness programming for individuals in the community, including fitness testing/prescription, massage, nutrition consultation, supervised gym membership, wellness coaching, and a variety of classes/workshops.

LGBTQ+-Affirmative Therapist Guild of Utah Find therapists for LGBTQAI+ people

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Neuro Pro Bono Clinic:

Julia Bakun at julia.bakun@utah.edu or Lauren Sotelo at lauren.sotelo@utah.edu - ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ of Utah, ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ Sciences Education Building, 520 Wakara Way, Salt Lake City, UT, 84108 - Provide quality physical therapy services to underserved and under-insured individuals in the greater Salt Lake area.

Out2Enroll Out2Enroll is a national initiative launched in September 2013 to connect our communities—LGBT people and our families, friends, and allies—with the new health insurance coverage options available under the Affordable Care Act.

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Paralysis Resource Guide Created by the Christopher and Dana Reeves Foundation

Phoenix Rebellion Therapy 385-231-8387 Directed toward military, police forces or significant trauma.

Point of Pride Point of Pride’s Annual Transgender Surgery Fund is a scholarship-like program that provides direct financial assistance to trans folks who cannot afford their gender-affirming surgery.

Positive Change Nutrition 435-754-7120 - 1638 North 200 West Logan, UT

Positive Nutrition 801-948-0898 - 2936 South Highland Drive - Developing healthy eating habits

Potenza Psychotherapy 159 W Broadway Suite - 801-200-3222 - Psychotherapy directed towards the trans community

POW Therapy:  Place of Optimal Wellness 435-731-9083 - specializes in sex therapy, EMDR therapy and holistic health.

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Red Willow Counseling and Recovery 385-313-0055 - 1425 South 700 East 

Rehab Without Walls NeuroSolutions

4548 South Atherton Drive
Suite 260
Taylorsville, Utah 84123
(801) 264-0213

Home and Community Based Rehabilitation, CARF Accredited by Brain Injury and Spinal Cord Injury

Riverwoods Behavioral ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ 801-787-9855

Rock Steady Boxing Adaptive non-contact boxing skills for individuals with Parkinson's Disease

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Sage Family Counseling 801-432-0883 - locations in Draper and Heber

Salt City Psychology saltcitypsychology@gmail.com 801-758-7370

Salt Lake County Community Centers 385-468-1800 - Recreation centers offer individual and group fitness opportunities including learn-to classes, drop-in fitness, leagues, teams weight rooms, sports and ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ care.  Locations throughout the Wasatch Front

Salt Lake County Senior Centers 385-468-3200 - Aging and adult services offers a comprehensive range of programs to enlighten, education and enrich the lives of adults age 60 and over.

Spinal Cord Injury Research Evidence (SCIRE) Professional SCI evidence based research resource

Seniors Blue Book Resources for Aging Well

Sorensen Legacy Foundation Center for Clinical Excellence 435-797-3403 - Based through Utah State ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ

Sugarhouse Outpatient Clinic /locations/sugarhouse-rehab-clinic/ 801-581-2211 - 1280 E Stringham Ave, Salt Lake City, UT 84106 - There are a wide array of services provided in this clinic including therapy services, outpatient services, wellness program, group therapy and return to driving program.

Sundance Behavioral Resources 801-264-9522

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Tanner Dancers with Disabilities Camp

U of U
201 Presidents Circle
SLC, UT 84112
801-581-7200 Camps or Saturday Classes

The Counseling Center (801) 934-3373

TRAILS 801-581-2526; 801-581-2885 - Adaptive Recreation, Spinal Cord Injury Education & Community

TransMission-The Loft The TransMission program provides financial assistance of up to $500 for expenses related to social, legal, medical, or surgical transition. Applicants must be over 18 years of age and reside within the United States. Priority will be given to residents of New York’s Hudson Valley. All are welcome to apply.

Unite 2 Fight Paralysis Unite 2 Fight Paralysis exists to unite and empower the international spinal cord injury community to cure paralysis through advocacy, education, and support for research.

ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ of Utah Rehabilition Psychology 801-581-6228 - 
50 North Medical Drive Salt Lake City, UT 84132 - This is a service provided by the ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ of Utah’s school of medicine. This program provides psychological support for persons attempting to cope with conditions such as stroke.

ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ of Utah Stroke Treatment /neurosciences/neurology/stroke/#stroketreatment

801-587-9935 or 801-585-7575
Clinical Neurosciences ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ, 175 North Medical Drive East, Salt Lake City, UT 84132 - This website provides a variety of info regarding stroke treatment/services at the ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ of Utah, including: finding a specialist, stroke care 24/7, causes of stroke, signs of strokes, stroke treatment, clinical trials, and the health feed which includes health info regarding stroke (e.g., preventing caregiver burnout).

Utah Center for Evidence Based Treatment 801-419-0139

Utah Community Action Utah Community Action is one of the largest nonprofit agencies dedicated to fighting poverty and its root causes in Utah

Utah Department of ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ & Human ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ

Multi-Agency State Office Building
195 North 1950 West
Salt Lake City, Utah
84116
(833) 353-3447 Medicare, Medicaid and Physical Disability Waivers

Utah Independent Living Center 801-466-5565 - 3445 S Main Street, Salt Lake City, UT 84115 - Provides services, activities, and advocacy to enhance independent living skills of those with disabilities.

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Wasatch Psychological ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ (801) 590-0525

Weber County Aging Human ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ

Wyoming Home ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ Program

Finance & Legal

Finance

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ABLE National Resource Center Their mission is to educate, promote and support achieving a better life experience (ABLE) act for individuals with disabilities and their families.

Able Utah Savings Plan A savings account for individuals with disabilities that is tax-free and won't impact other needs-based benefits, each state has a version of this program.

Advanced Care Directive

Americans with Disabilities Act Legal rights resource

Craig H. Neilsen Foundation The foundation's funding is dedicated to supporting both programs and scientific research to improve the quality of life for those living with spinal cord injury.

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Disability Law Center: Low Cost Legal ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ 800-662-9080
960 South Main Street, Salt Lake City, UT 84101  - Provides services to individuals regarding discrimination due to disability (e.g., assistive technology, housing, community living).

Division of ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ for People with Disabilities (DSPD) Provide a variety of services to individuals with disabilities depending on qualification.

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Go Medical An online medical supply wholesaler who offers urological, ostomy, incontinence, wound and other medical supplies. 

Good Rx A website to search for prescription coupons

Help Hope Live Medical fundraising resource

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Social Security Information regarding retirement, supplemental security income (SSI), Medicare, disability benefits.

Social Security Office Salt Lake 866-851-5275  or 801-524-5047
175 E 400 S #500, Salt Lake City, UT 84111 - Information regarding retirement, supplemental security income (SSI), Medicare, disability benefits.

The Limb Preservation Foundation Provides financial support for living expenses while patients are undgoigng treatment for limb threatening conditions. 

The Utah Food Bank Provides food to those in need.

Utah Community Action Utah Community Action is one of the largest nonprofit agencies dedicated to fighting poverty and its root causes in Utah

Medical Information & Care

Medical Information

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American Brain Tumor Association Brain tumor education on types, treatments and caregiving

American College of Lifestyle Medicine   The American College of Lifestyle Medicine is a society of medical professionals united to reverse chronic disease.

American Heart Association (AHA) A wonderful resource for cardiac and stroke individuals and their families/caregivers. Their website has research, healthy recipes and lifestyle recommendations for heart attack and stroke prevention and care.

Amputee Coalition To support, educate, and advocate for people impacted by limb loss and limb difference.

Aphasia Association The National Aphasia Association

Canadian Spinal Cord Injury Practice Guidelines for Adults Canadian Spinal Cord Injury Practice (CAN-SCIP) Guidelines for adults last updated in 2021

Care Cure Community Forums and articles on SCI related topics and research

CDC Heart Disease and Stroke Prevention Resource for stroke related health information and prevention.

Clinical Trials View and register for ongoing clinical trials

Craig H. Neilsen Foundation The foundation's funding is dedicated to supporting both programs and scientific research to improve the quality of life for those living with spinal cord injury.

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Division of ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ for People with Disabilities (DSPD) Provide a variety of services to individuals with disabilities depending on qualification.

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Facing Disability Watch videos and/or connect with others living with SCI, their families and health care professionals

Go Medical An online medical supply wholesaler who offers urological, ostomy, incontinence, wound and other medical supplies. 

Good Rx A website to search for prescription coupons

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Maliheh Free Clinic 941 E. 3300 S, Millcreek, UT 84106 - Provide health care services to underserved and under-insured individuals in the greater Salt Lake area.

Medicare  

Medicare: Care Compare Allows you to compare nursing homes, doctors, hospitals who accept Medicare patients

Midvale Community Building Community (CBC) Clinic 385-887-9002 - Center St, Midvale, UT 84047 - Provide health care services to underserved and under-insured individuals in the greater Salt Lake area.

Model Systems Knowledge Translation Center Research Based Rehabilitation Resources

Model Systems Burn Factsheet Burn Injury Resources

MyChart 801-213-5555 Call the help line to trouble shoot MyChart related issues. MyChart App also available.

Myomo A wearable device to promote arm function for qualifying individuals.

National Brain Tumor Society

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Paralysis Resource Guide Created by the Christopher and Dana Reeves Foundation

Rebirth ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ Center 801-272-3909 - Rebirth ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ Center is a progressive medical practice located in Salt Lake City, Utah, with a focus on Gynecology, Gender affirming hormone therapy, Menopausal syndrome, Sexual health, Mental health, and later in 2023 Ketamine therapy

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SCI Trial Finder Search Tool

Search tool to find active research studies to participate in related to Spinal Cord Injury

Spinal Cord Injury Research Evidence (SCIRE) Professional SCI evidence based research resource

Seniors Blue Book Resources for Aging Well

Spinalpedia The Brain That Changes Itself

Trans ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ Project Provides listing of academic gender medical centers 

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Understanding Spinal Cord Injury: A Course for Personal Care Assistants A free course for helping train personal care assistants on SCI care developed by Kessler Foundation.

United Spinal Association 800-404-2898 National Spinal Cord Injury Resource

ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ of Utah Transgender Program /transgender-health/   801-213-2195

Uspring Research

Alexandra Terrill, PhD
801-581-5951
alex.terrill@hsc.utah.edu

Provides an overview of research projects going on within the Department of Occupational and Recreational Therapies

Utah Community Action Utah Community Action is one of the largest nonprofit agencies dedicated to fighting poverty and its root causes in Utah

Utah Department of ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ & Human ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ

Multi-Agency State Office Building
195 North 1950 West
Salt Lake City, Utah
84116
(833) 353-3447 Medicare, Medicaid, Physical Disability Waivers, 

VHA LGBTQ+ ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ Program

Yes, You Can Manual!   Guide for people living with SCI and their caregivers from the Paralyzed Veterans of America.

CAREGIVING & SUPPORT

Caregiving

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American Brain Tumor Association Brain tumor education on types, tratements and caregiving

American Heart Association (AHA) A wonderful resource for cardiac and stroke individuals and their families/caregivers. Their website has research, healthy recipes and lifestyle recommendations for heart attack and stroke prevention and care.

Amputee Coalition To support, educate, and advocate for people impacted by limb loss and limb difference.

Aphasia Talking Practice Group

Emily Redd
emily.redd@imail.org
TOSH 5770 South 250 East Murray, UT

Support group for practicing communication every Tuesday from 12-1

BYU Stroke/BI Support Group

 

801-422-0283
The BYU Speech and Language Clinic Room 177 1190 North 900 East Provo, UT 84604
byutbigroup@gmail.com

Support group through Brigham Young ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ.   Occurs first Thursday of every month from 7:00-8:00 PM. 

Care Cure Community Forums and articles on SCI related topics and research

Caregiver Action Network Family caregiver resources for patients dealing with chronic injury

Cognitive Skills Group

Emily Redd
emily.redd@imail.org
TOSH 5770 South 250 East Murray, UT

Support group for practicing and learning cognitive skills for those with brain injury.

Compass Counseling and Consulting 801-639-9544 - Mental health services offered both in person and nationally. Also provide free webinar content on mental related topics.

Craig H. Neilsen Foundation The foundation's funding is dedicated to supporting both programs and scientific research to improve the quality of life for those living with spinal cord injury.

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Daybreak Senior ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ

1351 Valley Drive Ogden, UT
801-823-0160 

Adult Daycare ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ

Division of ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ for People with Disabilities (DSPD) Provide a variety of services to individuals with disabilities depending on qualification.

Empower Spinal Cord Injury Camp and Program Camp for individuals with SCI to gain skills and continue reaching rehab goals. Must apply to participate, see website for cost/details.

Encircle Support for LGBTQAI+ for youth and young adults

Facing Disability Watch videos and/or connect with others living with SCI, their families and health care professionals

Family Caregiver Alliance Mission is to improve the quality of life for family caregivers and the people who recieve their care. Find quality information, support and resources for caregiving.

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Genderbands OUR MISSION IS SIMPLE: TO HELP TRANSGENDER PEOPLE PAY FOR TRANSITION-RELATED COSTS.

Grief Support Gruops Caring Connections Support groups for people dealing with loss of a loved one, 8 week course offered quarterly

Help Hope Live Medical fundraising resource

Hunstman Cancer Institute Supportive Oncology Survivorship (SOS) /huntsmancancerinstitute/treatment/supportive-oncology-survivorship Work with patients and their families both during and after cancer treatment

Huntsman Mental ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ Institute /hmhi 801-583-2500 - Resources related to mental health and the various programs available through HMHI

Intermountain ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ Brain Injury/TBI Support Group

Emily Redd
emily.redd@imail.org
Intermountain Medical Center (building 1) 5171 South Cottonwood Street Murray, UT 

This support group is for both people with brain injury and their caregivers.  

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Meditation Group

Emily Redd
emily.redd@imail.org
TOSH 5770 South 250 East Murray, UT

Lean and practice skills of meditation

National Brain Tumor Society National website with rsources for clincal trails, brain tumor facts, etc

Neighborhood House 801-363-4589 - 1050 West 500 South Salt Lake City, UT 84104
Adult day services program for individuals still living at home. Provide recreational therapy interventions, goal setting (cognitive, social, emotional, physical), community outings, speakers, musicians, gardening, and many other activities during the day (full day or a few hours).

New Choices Waiver 800-662-9651 option 6, newchoiceswaiver@utah.gov

The New Choices Waiver Program is designed to serve individuals who are residing long term in a nursing facility, licensed assisted living facility, licensed small health care (Type N) facility or another type of Utah licensed medical institution (except institutions for mental disease).

NRH Peer Mentor Program 801-581-2267

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Paralysis Resource Guide Created by the Christopher and Dana Reeves Foundation

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The groups are intimate and create a safe, cozy space where you can work through some of your big questions. Each group will consist of people who have experiences in common with you, such as people also taking estrogen or testosterone, folks who are Black and trans/nonbinary, and more to come. You’ll meet once a week for six weeks through Zoom.
 

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Salt Lake County Aging and Adult ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ  

Cherise Jensen cjjensen@slco.org
385-468-3200
385-468-3280
2001 S State Street STW S1-600, Salt Lake City, UT 84114
 

This organization/website provides a wide variety of resources for individuals that have experienced stroke as well as their caregivers. Includes information such as: health education, home care, meals on wheels, yard care/snow removal, senior transportation, legal services, Medicare counseling, caregiver support services, volunteer opportunities, senior centers, and job training. Also provides specific resources for caregivers, including the Caregiver Support Program

Seniors Blue Book Resources for Aging Well

Spinalpedia

The Healing Exchange BRAIN TRUST Resource for online support groups for caregivers asn well as support groups for various types of tumors

The Utah Food Bank Provides food to those in need.

TRAILS 801-581-2526 or 801-581-2885 - Adaptive Recreation, Spinal Cord Injury Education & Community

Trans Resources at the U

The LGBT Resource Center is committed to supporting Trans and Gender Non-Conforming (GNC) students, faculty, and staff at the ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ of Utah. Below you will find a list of Trans/GNC resources available at the U

Transgender Care Listings Provides resource list that can be filtered by state, procedure or other trans specific needs

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Understanding Spinal Cord Injury: A Course for Personal Care Assistants A free course for helping train personal care assistants on SCI care developed by Kessler Foundation.

United Spinal Association 800-404-2898 - National Spinal Cord Injury Resource 

Uniting Caregivers:  Your Pathway of Support

ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ of Utah Neurologic Injury Support Group healthcare.utah.edu/locations/sugar-house/rehab-therapy

801-581-2221
1280 E Stringham Ave, Salt Lake City, UT 84106 
sydney.beadles@hsc.utah.edu, joshua.holland@hsc.utah.edu or kara.tucker@hsc.utah.edu

Support group through the ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ of Utah. Occurs second Tuesday of each month from 6:15-7:15 PM.

Utah Department of ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ & Human ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ

Multi-Agency State Office Building
195 North 1950 West
Salt Lake City, Utah
84116
(833) 353-3447

Medicare, Medicaid, Physical Disability Waivers, 

Utah Independent Living Center 801-466-5565
3445 S Main Street, Salt Lake City, UT 84115 

Provides services, activities, and advocacy to enhance independent living skills of those with disabilities.

Utah State ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ Aphasia Group

Laura Schmitt
Laura.schmitt@usu.edu
435-797-9059

Meets every Friday @ 1:00
Sorensen Center of Clinical Excellence USU Speech and Lnaguage Clinic 6405 Old Main Hill Logan, UT

WAGS of SCI

A group for wives and girlfriends of individuals with SCI. Resources available on their website, in addition to Instagram and Facebook groups.

Housing, Transportation & Equipment

patient housing

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Ability Found   Mobility equipment for those in need

Accessible Systems is now Lifeway Mobility Resource for stair lifts, platform lifts, elevators, bathroom equipment and ramps

ACLU of Utah

Air Care Alliance Free air travel for those in need to access medical care.

Air Charity Network Free air travel for US citizens in need to access medical care.

Airbnb Short and long-term rental options. Typically come furnished and include all utilities.

Alpine Home Medical Resource for medical supplies and home equipment

American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA)   Driving Rehab Provider Search Search for certified driving rehab specialists in your area.

Amramp Accessible ramps to rent or purchase. Can also provide some lift systems and bathroom equipment.

Angel Flights This service provides private air transportation for individuals to help access medical care. 

Apartment Guide Find apartments and houses for rent.

ASSIST – Emergency Home Repair Program

Andres Calderon
801-355-7085
Provides housing repairs to lower income housing, based on inspection. 

ASSIST Community Design Center: The Assist Guidebook to the Accessible Home Great home modification resource guide

Association for Driver Rehabilitation Specialists (ADED) Search here to locate Driving Rehab Specialists in your area. 

Craigslist Search for available apartments and/or homes to rent.

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Equity Utah 801-355-3489 - Utah LGBTQAI+ civil rights organization

Flying Angels Non emergency medical transport with nurse to accompaniment on commercial flights

George E. Wahlen Ogden Veterans Home

1102 N 1200 W
Ogden, UT 84404
Phone: 801-334-4300
Fax: 801-392-2172

Website includes an enrollment form.

Give A Mile A program to provide plane tickets to be with loved ones at end of life for those in need. 

Go Medical An online medical supply wholesaler who offers urological, ostomy, incontinence, wound and other medical supplies. 

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Harrison Pointe ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵcare & Rehabilitation

3430 Harrison Blvd.
Ogden, UT 84403
Ph: 801-399-5609

VAIH Contracted Facility

Help Hope Live Medical fundraising resource

Heritage Park ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵcare & Rehab

2700 W 5600 S
Roy, UT 84067
Ph: 801-825-9731
Admission: 628-5876
Fax: 801-728-4224

VAIH Contracted Facility
Secure Unit, North

Holladay ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵcare Center

4782 S. Holladay Blvd.
Holladay, UT 84117
PH: 801-277-7002
Fax: 801-272-0622

VAIH Contracted Facility
Nonsmoking, No motorized wheelchairs, Secure Unit

Idaho State Veterans Home

1957 Alvin Ricken Dr
Pocatello, ID 
Ph: 208-235-7800

Independent Me, Inc. 

Jenny Smith
801-721-3788

Assists with purchasing medical equipment that is not able to be funded otherwise. Does require a therapist to recommend equipment.

KSL Handicap Accessible

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Local Accessible Vans & Vehicle Modification Companies (accessible vans pdf from Rehab Educators)

801-585-3330 or 801-646-8942

Compassion Mobility

1819 N Main St. #9, Spanish Fork, UT 84660 385-279-4447

Mobility Solutions, Inc

231 Cottage Ave., Sandy, UT 84070 801-566-3199

ParaQuad Automobility

2572 S West Temple, South Salt Lake City, UT 84115 801-487-0111

United Access

877-203-9150 info@unitedaccess.com 

Wheelchair Getaways

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Mervyn Sharp Bennion Central Utah Veterans Home

1551 N Main Street
Payson, UT 84651
Phone: 801-465-5400
Fax: 801-465-4872

Website includes an enrollment form.

Midtown Manor

125 S 900 W
Salt Lake City, UT 84104
Ph: 8001-363-6340
Fax: 801-355-2006

VAIH Contracted Facility
Facility is secured with a secured unit

Modivcare Provides transportation including wheelchair accessible vans

Mt. Olympus Rehabilitation Center

2200 E 3300 S
Salt Lake City, UT 84109
Ph: 801-486-2096
Fax: 801-486-0105

VAIH Contracted Facility
Wander-Guard System

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National Center for Transgender Equality (202) 642-4542 -NCTE was founded in 2003 by transgender activists who recognized the urgent need for policy change to advance transgender equality

Paratransit For people who are unable to utilize public transport because of physical or cognitive reasons.  Must go through an evaluation process to qualify. 

Patient and Family Housing /locations/patient-family-housing Provides lodging for patients and families during their hospitalization within ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ Care System including Hunstman Cancer Institute.

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Rentler

Rides For Wellness Provides rides to and from medical appointments, must be 60 or older

Salt Lake City International Airport

Mark Cheminant
ADA Coordinator
mark.cheminant@slcgov.com
801-575-2909; Brooke Orgill, SLC Airport Operations Supervisor brooke.orgill@slcgov.com, 801-575-2850

Contact to coordinate a guided experience to learn how to navigate SLC airport and air travel with a disability

Salt Lake County Aging and Adult ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ  

Cherise Jensen cjjensen@slco.org
385-468-3200
385-468-3280
2001 S State Street STW S1-600, Salt Lake City, UT 84114

This organization/website provides a wide variety of resources for individuals that have experienced stroke as well as their caregivers. Includes information such as: health education, home care, meals on wheels, yard care/snow removal, senior transportation, legal services, Medicare counseling, caregiver support services, volunteer opportunities, senior centers, and job training. Also provides specific resources for caregivers, including the Caregiver Support Program

Salt Lake County Housing and Community Development

385-468-4901
2001 South State Street, S2-100, Salt Lake City, UT, 84114

Provides overview of local home rehabilitation services, must qualify on low-income status.

Sandstone ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵcare Center American Fork

350 E 300 N
American Fork, UT 84003
Ph: 801-756-5293
Fax: 801-756-8705

VAIH Contracted Facility
Secure Unit

Sandstone ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵcare Center Brigham City

775 N 200 E
Brigham City, UT 84302
Ph: 435.723.7777
Fax: 435.723.8773

VAIH Contracted Facility
Wander-Guard System

Sandstone ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵcare Center Millcreek

3855 S 700 E
SLC, UT 84106
Ph: 801.268.4766
Fax: 801.883.8934

VAIH Contracted Facility
Wander-Guard System
Vent/Trach, High Flow O2

Sandstone ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵcare Center Nephi

1100 N 400 E
Nephi, UT 84648
Ph: 435-623-1721
Fax: 435-623-5821

VAIH Contracted Facility
Facility is secured

Southern Utah Veteran Home

160 North 200 East
Ivins, UT 84738
Phone: 435-634-5220 
Fax: 435-673-5839

Website includes an enrollment form.

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Tender Care Home ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ and Hospice

1751 W Alexander St.
Suite 106
West Valley, UT 84119
801-335-0522

Skilled Nursing Care, PT, OT, SLP, Home ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ Aids, Medical Social Worker, DME

Tooele County Housing Authority (435)882-7875
66 West Vine Street Tooele, UT 84074

Transgender Law Center 510-587-9696 - Transgender Law Center is the largest national trans-led organization advocating self-determination for all people

TSA Cares
855-787-2227 - Assist passengers navigating the airport through security, contact your airline directly for wheelchair assistance

United Access Wheelchair Accessible Rental and Purchase Options

ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ Guest House Provides lodging for patients and families during their hospitalization within ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ Care System including Huntsman Cancer Institute. 

ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ of Utah Hospital and Clinics Preferred Lodging List /documents/hotel-accommodations-salt-lake-city-university-of-utah-health-2-2023

UTA on Demand app based as well - transportation options in Salt Lake area, is also wheelchair accessible

Utah Community Action Utah Community Action is one of the largest nonprofit agencies dedicated to fighting poverty and its root causes in Utah

Utah Independent Living Center 801-466-5565
3445 S Main Street, Salt Lake City, UT 84115
Provides services, activities, and advocacy to enhance independent living skills of those with disabilities.

Idaho Centers for Independent Living

Montana

 

VRBO

W-Z

Wheelchair Getaways Short Term Wheelchair Accessible Rental Options

William E Christofferson Salt Lake Veterans Home

700 Foothill Blvd
SLC, UT 84113
Phone: 801-584-1900
Fax: 801-584-1960

Website includes an enrollment form.

Driving Assessment /locations/sugar-house/rehab-therapy/drive-rehab-program 801-581-2221 Driving Assessment - Local Accessible Vans & Vehicle Modification Companies Resource List

See accessible Vans pdf from Rehab Educators 801-585-3330 or 801-646-8942

Compassion Mobility 1819 N Main St. #9, Spanish Fork, UT 84660 385-279-4447 - Accessible Vans for sale

Mobility Solutions, Inc 231 Cottage Ave., Sandy, UT 84070 801-566-3199 - Accessible Vans for Sale, Hand Controls and Seating Solutions

MobilityWorks

68 E 3300 S, South Salt Lake, UT 84115
801-988-6548

Accessible vans for sale or rental, 

ParaQuad Automobility 2572 S West Temple, South Salt Lake City, UT 84115 801-487-0111 - Accessible Vans for sale and Vehicle Modifications

United Access 877-203-9150 info@unitedaccess.com  - Accessible Vans for Sale & Rental Options

Wheelchair Getaways Accessible Van Rentals

Education & Employment

Salt Lake City

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ABLE National Resource Center Their mission is to educate, promote and support achieving a better life experience (ABLE) act for individuals with disabilities and their families.

Accessible College Provides consultation and resources to individuals with disabilities transitioning to higher education

Amputee Coalition To support, educate, and advocate for people impacted by limb loss and limb difference.

California Vocational Rehabilitation Free program to assist with returning to work or school. Can also assist with independent living, assistive technology and career counseling.

Craig H. Neilsen Foundation The foundation's funding is dedicated to supporting both programs and scientific research to improve the quality of life for those living with spinal cord injury.

Craig H. Neilsen Scholarship Scholarship program for individuals with spinal cord injuries.

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Facing Disability Watch videos and/or connect with others living with SCI, their families and health care professionals

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Model Systems Knowledge Translation Center Research Based Rehabilitation Resources

Montana Vocational Rehabilitation

N-P

Nevada Vocational Rehabilitation

Paralysis Resource Guide Created by the Christopher and Dana Reeves Foundation

Q-S

Spinal Cord Injury Research Evidence (SCIRE) Professional SCI evidence based research resource

Seniors Blue Book Resources for Aging Well

Spinalpedia

T-U

Utah Community Action Utah Community Action is one of the largest nonprofit agencies dedicated to fighting poverty and its root causes in Utah

Utah Department of ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ & Human ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ

Multi-Agency State Office Building
195 North 1950 West
Salt Lake City, Utah
84116
(833) 353-3447

Medicare, Medicaid, Physical Disability Waivers, 

Utah Department of Workforce ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ or dwscontactus@utah.gov, 801-526-WORK (9675) Website provides information about applying for temporary assistance, including disability services (e.g., vocational rehabilitation). ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ are also provided that help determine medical eligibility for social security disability claims.

V-Z

Vocational Rehabilitation ID

844-324-3983
650 West State Street Room 150 Boise, ID 83720

Job retraining and resources information to return to work.

Vocational Rehabilitation MT

877-296-11197
111 North Last Chance Gulch Suite 4C Helena, MT 59604

Job retraining and resources information to return to work.

Vocational Rehabilitation WY 307-777-8650
5221 Yellowstone Road Cheyenne, WY 82002 - Job retraining and resources information to return to work.

Vocational Rehabiltiation NV

Southern NV: 702-486-5230
Northern NV: 775-687-6860

Job retraining and resources information to return to work.

Vocational Rehabiltiation UT 801-526-WORK (9675) Job retraining and resources information to return to work.

Work Ability Utah  

Aaron Thompson, Rehabilitation ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ Director athompson@utah.gov  or Leah Lobato, Director, Govenor's Committee on People with Disabilities & Business Relations Director leahlobato@utah.gov 

Strives to increase employment and health care outcomes for individuals with disabilities in Utah.

Wyoming Vocational Rehabilitation

Recreation & Leisure

Rehab Ping Pong
Wheelchair in forest

Challenged Athletes Foundation 858-866-0959 - Grants for adaptive sports equipment; Grant application period generally runs September-early November

National Ability Center  

435-649-3991
1000 Ability Way, Park City, UT 84060
info@discovernac.org  - Provides sport, recreation and educational programs. 

Paralysis Resource Guide 

Created by the Christopher and Dana Reeves Foundation

TRAILS 

801-581-2526 or 801-581-2885 - Adaptive Recreation, Spinal Cord Injury Education & Community

Visit Utah: Accessible Recreation Guide for Utah 

Wasatch Adaptive Sports 

 801-933-2188

Snowbird Ski and Summer Resort, 9385 S, Snowbird Center Dr., Snowbird, Utah 84092 
info@wasatchadaptivesports.org  Provides adaptive sport programming. This includes year-round recreational, educational, and social programs. Requires no initial fee and provides full or partial scholarships

Parenting & Sex

dad playing with daughter in a wheelchair

Helpful Tools and Tips

Please note the resources provided in this list may not reflect the values or beliefs of Neilsen Rehabilitation Hospital. Always seek medical advice from a physician.

Patty Brisben Foundation Research and education on women's sexual health

PleasureABLE: Sexual device manual for persons with disabilities Examples of how to engage in intimacy with a disability.

SCI Sexual ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ British Columbia (BC) Great resource on all topics related to sexual health and parenting with SCI out of Canada.

The Sexual ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ Network Dr. Mitchell Temper's Sex and Paralysis Video Series

WAGS of SCI
A group for wives and girlfriends of individuals with SCI. Resources available on their website, in addition to Instagram and Facebook groups.

More Sex ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ Resources

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ACLU of Utah

D-E

Encircle

Equity Utah

801-355-3489

F-G

Genderbands

H-J

Jim Collins Foundation

K-L

LGBTQ+-Affirmative Therapist Guild of Utah

M-O

National Center for Transgender Equality

(202) 642-4542

Out2Enroll

P-Q

Plume

Point of Pride

R-T

Rebirth ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ Center

801-272-3909

Trans ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ Project

lgbtqia

Trans Resources at the U

Transgender Care Listings

Transgender Law Center

510-587-9696

TransMission-The Loft

U-Z

ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ of Utah Transgender Program

/transgender-health/  

801-213-2195

Utah Pride Center

VHA LGBTQ+ ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ Program

Veterans Care Resources

Hunter Seven Foundation Research, education and assistance for veterans with cancer. 

Idaho State Veterans Home

1957 Alvin Ricken Dr
Pocatello, ID 
Ph: 208-235-7800

The Independence Fund Mobility, caregiving, family and adovacy programing available.

VHA LGBTQ+ ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵ Program

Yes, You Can Manual! Guide for people living with SCI and their caregivers from the Paralyzed Veterans of America.

american flags

Hope & Motivation

Hope and motivation

A-B

A Wonderful Stroke of Luck: From Occupational Therapist to Patient and Beyond - Book by Janet R. Douglas

Adaptive Parent Project - Instagram

Woman with cerebral palsy that primarily uses as manual wheelchair - Social Media

Any One of Us (2019) - Movie

Documentary of a professional mountain biker that had a SCI

Breathe (2017) - Movie - Based on a true story of a couple, husband uses a ventilator due to polio

Brittany Fisher Frank - Instagram Social Media

C-E

Daniizzie - Instagram Social Media

Empower Spinal Cord Injury Camp and Program Camp for individuals with SCI to gain skills and continue reaching rehab goals. Must apply to participate, see website for cost/details.

Endless Abilities: The story of our ability to adapt, our ability to love (2013) - Movie - Documentary focused on adaptive recreation

F-G

Facing Disability - Facebook Group Social Media

Facing Disability Watch videos and/or connect with others living with SCI, their families and health care professionals

Full Catastrophe Living - Book by Jon Kabat-Zinn

H-J

Joni: An Unforgettable Story - Joni Eareckson Tada, Joe Musser - Book

Just Don’t Fall: How I Grew Up, Conquered Illness, and Made It Down the Mountain - Josh Sundquist - Book

L-M

Life Between Two Gardens: Finding Purpose and Embracing Hope Amid Life’s Greatest Challenges Book by Steven Edgely, MD

Living with Stroke:  A Guide for Patients and Their Families - Book by Richard, C. Senelick, MD 

Luckey (2008) Movie - Documentary of a paralyzed artist

Mama Zooms (Children's Book) Jane Cowen-Fletcher by Book

Mindfulness: An Eight-Week Plan for Finding Peace in a Frantic World - Book by Mark Williams & Danny Penman

Murderball (2005) Movie - Documentary of the Paralympic tetraplegic rugby team

My Stroke of Insight:  A Brain Scientist's Personal Journey - Book by Jill Bolte Tayler, PhD

O-P

Paralysis Resource Guide Created by the Christopher and Dana Reeves Foundation

Q-R

Quad Gods (movie) Available on HBO Max Documentary film about an e-sports team with tetraplegia from New York

Resilient.comm - Instagram Social Media

Roll.with.cole - Instagram Social Media

RollingwithLina - Instagram Social Media

S-T

Sitting Pretty: The View from My Ordinary Resilient Disabled Body - Rebekah Taussig - Book

SittingPretty Instagram Social Media

Spinalpedia

The Headspace Guide of Meditation and Mindfulness: How Mindfulness Can Change your Life in Ten Minutes a Day - Book by Andy Puddicombe

The Other Side of the Mountain (1975) Movie -Based on a true story of a young ski champion that has an accident resulting in a SCI while her friend has a similar presentation after contracting polio.

The Power of Now - Book by Eckart Tolle

The Upside (2017) Movie - Based on a true story, a wealthy man with tetraplegia and his relationship with his caregiver

Thriving After Your Stroke:  Rebuilding the Mind and Body to Create a Meaningful Life - Book by Steven Edgely, MD

U-Z

Unbeaten (2009) Movie - Documentary of 31 individuals with paraplegia doing the toughest road race in the world using hand cycles

Unite 2 Fight Paralysis Unite 2 Fight Paralysis exists to unite and empower the international spinal cord injury community to cure paralysis through advocacy, education, and support for research.

WAGS of SCI


A group for wives and girlfriends of individuals with SCI. Resources available on their website, in addition to Instagram and Facebook groups.

Wheel Mommies

Facebook Group/Social Media

When I Walk (2013) Movie - Documentary about a man with MS and his journey

Wherever You Go, There You Are - Book by Jon Kabat-Zinn

Women on Wheels Support Group womenonwheelsnyc - instragram
 

A support group for women with SCI, based out of NY with many virtual offering 

YouTube Channels for SCI Content





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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 @Thewheelchairdad

Videos on transfers, everyday tips for living with paralysis

Just Don’t Fall: How I Grew Up, Conquered Illness, and Made It Down the Mountain - Book by Josh Sundquist

Mama Zooms (ÈËÆÞÖгöÊÓƵren's book) 

Jane Cowen-Fletcher - A boy's wonderful mama takes him zooming everywhere with her, because her wheelchair is a zooming machine.

Sitting Pretty: The View from My Ordinary Resilient Disabled Body - Book by Rebekah Taussig

Adapted Clothing & Personal Care

Adaptive clothing

Patti + Ricky Adaptive Clothing

303-578-6594; TTY 1-800-439-2370; info@pattiandricky.com

Rebound Wear

(646) 688-3450; info@reboundwear.com

Smart Adaptive Clothing  

(267) 818 – 4407; info@smartadaptive.com

Books to Read

Reading Recommendations

Please note the books provided in this resource list may not reflect the values or beliefs of Neilsen Rehabilitation Hospital. Always seek medical advice from your physician.

  • A Wonderful Stroke of Luck: From Occupational Therapist to Patient and Beyond - Book by Janet R. Douglas
  • Full Catastrophe Living - Book by Jon Kabat-Zinn
  • Life Between Two Gardens: Finding Purpose and Embracing Hope Amid Life’s Greatest Challenges - Book by Steven Edgely, MD
  • Living with Stroke:  A Guide for Patients and Their Families - Book by Richard, C. Senelick, MD
  • Is Fred Dead? A Manual on Sexuality for Men with Spinal Cord Injuries - Book Robert W. Baer (2004)
Young underrepresented girl in a wheelchair hugging her friend
  • The Ultimate Guide to Sex and Disability: For All of Us Who Live with Disabilities, Chronic Pain, and Illness -Book By Miriam Kaufman, Cory Silverberg and Fran Odette (2007)

Mindfulness 

  • The Mindful Way Through Depression - Book Mark Williams, John Teasdale, Zindel Segal, & Jon Kabat-Zinn
  • Mindfulness in Plain English - Book Bhante Gunaratana
  • Guided Mindfulness Meditation - Series 1, 2 & 3 Audible Jon Kabat-Zinn
  • Mindfulness: An Eight-Week Plan for Finding Peace in a Frantic World - Book by Mark Williams & Danny Penman
  • The Headspace Guide of Meditation and Mindfulness: How Mindfulness Can Change your Life in Ten Minutes a Day - Book by Andy Puddicombe

Movies & Videos to Watch

Please note the movies and videos provided in this list may not reflect the values or beliefs of Neilsen Rehabilitation Hospital. Always seek medical advice from your physician.

  • —Documentary of a professional mountain biker that had a spinal cord injury 
  • —Based on a true story of a couple where the husband is on a ventilator due to polio
  • —Based on a true story, a wealthy man with tetraplegia and his relationship with his caregiver
  • —Documentary focused on adaptive recreation
  • —Documentary about a man with multiple sclerosis and his journey
  • —Documentary of 31 individuals with paraplegia who are hand-cycling the toughest road race in the world
  • —Documentary of a paralyzed artist
  • —Documentary of the Paralympic tetraplegic rugby team
  • —Based on a true story of a young ski champion who has an accident resulting in a spinal cord injury while her friend has a similar presentation after contracting polio
  • (movie) Available on HBO Max - Documentary film about an e-sports team with tetraplegia from New York

Social Media Accounts

Recommendations to Follow

Please note the social media accounts provided here may not reflect the values or beliefs of Neilsen Rehabilitation Hospital. Always seek medical advice from your physician.

girl in a wheelchair smiling

Online apps

man on cell phone

Big Magnify Free App

Calm App

Come Back Strong App

DownDog App

Elevate App

Glasses App

Habatica App

Headspace App

Lumosity App

Medisafe App

Peak App

UCLA Mindful App

Vocal Eyes App

Waking Up App

PDF Documents

Reading online

PDFs are available from Neilsen Rehabilitation Patient Educators

Ask an educator for documents on VA and travel support

Great home modification resource guide.

Examples of how to engage in intimacy with a disability.

Yes, You Can! Guide for people living with SCI and their caregivers from the Paralyzed Veterans of America.

The National Council on Disability:

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