Backbones is excited to partner with Sarah Foley, also known as Vertical Blonde, to offer an adaptive fitness class! As a wheelchair user herself, Sarah saw the need for a …
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When an individual acquires a spinal cord injury, it has an impact on the entire family. Parents have to quickly learn to navigate the confusing world of medical care, health …
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Women with spinal cord injury and disabilities face unique challenges when accessing healthcare. Join us for a conversation about access to healthcare for women with SCI/D. We will be discussing …
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Flying on an airplane comes with many barriers for the disability community. 29 wheelchairs and scooters were damaged per day by airlines in 2019 and as travel ramped back up …
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Women with spinal cord injury and disabilities face unique challenges when it comes to building self-esteem and positive body image. Join us for a conversation about adjusting to your new …
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National Disability Employment Awareness Month is held each October to commemorate the many and varied contributions of people with disabilities to America’s workplaces and economy. Join us for a webinar …
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A conversation about sex and disability aimed for women with SCI/D - including consent, communication, pleasure, sexual aides and more! Special Guest | Bethany Stevens Bethany Stevens is a queer …
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Is that Love in the Air? Join ReelAbilities Chicago for virtual shorts program with Chicago Public Library! Four short films followed by a live conversation shedding new light on dating …
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For November's PeerConnect, we would like to provide a space for individuals who have had long-term spinal cord injuries to connect. Living with a disability for 10 or 20+ years …
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A conversation about addressing and surviving abuse for women with disabilities. SPECIAL GUEST: Jenna Hardy-Surina is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist based out of Southern California. After working for …
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Join us for a discussion on the book Demystifying Disability: What to Know, What to Say, and How to be an Ally. We'll be joined by the author, Emily Ladau! …
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Join us for a live cooking demonstration with Gabby DiSalvo from Cooking on Wheels! Come see how she prepares a stir fry recipe and hear her best tips and tricks …
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