close
Giving Thanks – In Memoriam

A brilliant Thanksgiving essay by Jeff Shannon, a veteran writer on disability issues, and a regular contributor to FacingDisability.com

Nov 23, 2015
Trick or Treat — In a Wheelchair

Everybody loves Halloween and the idea of trick-or-treating – adults included. Children with spinal cord injuries can join in the fun.

Oct 26, 2015
Back to School: Stories of Success on Campus

Going to college is a major life change for anyone, and it may present an especially daunting challenge for wheelchair users.

Sep 16, 2015
ADA at 25: The Changing Face of Disability

An important summary of the advances brought by the Americans with Disabilities Act by disability rights leader, Marca Bristo.

Aug 24, 2015
Mothers on Wheels

The desire to be a mother is an impulse that begins in childhood for most women. But after spinal cord injury, many women assume it's impossible.

Aug 14, 2015
Parents on Call – a reprint in honor of Father’s Day

A thoughtful, provocative and honest reflection on his father by Jeff Shannon, a veteran writer and frequent contributor to FacingDisability.com

Jun 15, 2015
Architect Michael Graves

After a spinal cord injury in 2003, prominent architect Michael Graves used his experience in a wheelchair to design new hospital furniture.

Mar 25, 2015
Understanding Spinal Cord Injury

An important new factsheet offers a basic understanding of the functions of the spinal cord and how they might change after injury.

Mar 10, 2015
Pain After Spinal Cord Injury

A new factsheet that summarizes the latest medical advice about dealing with pain after SCI has just been released.

Nov 14, 2014
What Recovery Means to a Former Olympic Swimmer

Gold medalist Amy Van Dyken-Rouen talks about her road to recovery after a spinal cord injury.

Sep 29, 2014
FacingDisability Featured in Exceptional Parent Magazine

Parents need all the support they can find concerning children with a spinal cord injury (SCI). FacingDisability.com shows how parents cope.

Sep 8, 2014
“I Am Not Your Inspiration”

Is surviving a life-altering injury inspirational? Or is it simply survival? An important TED talk about attitudes towards people with disabilities.

Jun 25, 2014
close