Women & SCI/D: Addressing and Surviving Abuse

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 over a decade helping people with physical rehabilitation post SCI and other neuromuscular conditions, Jenna witnessed the major gap in the holistic care for people …
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Women & SCI/D: Navigating Caregivers and Relationships

Navigating relationships can be complicated, especially when individuals hold multiple roles. What does it look like when your partner or spouse is also your caregiver? Join us for a conversation this month as we dive into this unique experience that can not only feel frustrating or overwhelming but also be an opportunity for joy and …
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Women & SCI/D: Preventative Health

Living with a spinal cord injury and disability requires everyday maintenance and care for our bodies and minds. Join this conversation about ways to prevent secondary conditions and modalities such as massage, acupuncture, and yoga that can improve your wellness and quality of life. SPECIAL GUEST: Chanda Hinton is the Executive Director of the Chanda …
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Women & SCI/D: Dating and Disability

A conversation with women about dating after a spinal cord injury. Our special guests Madison Russell and Gina Schuh will share their experiences with online platforms, first dates, relationships, break-ups, disability-bloopers and more.Women & SCI/D Health Talks is a community led program aimed to provide women with SCI information about health and community and space …
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Women & SCI/D: College Life

A conversation with two women with SCI/D pursuing higher education and exploring careers after spinal cord injury. Our special guests, Angeline and Barb, will share their experiences attending classes, navigating accommodations, and finding their niche in their college.Women & SCI/D Health Talks is a community led program aimed to provide women with spinal cord injury …
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Women & SCI/D: Women in Sports

A conversation with two women with disabilities who are changing the world of sports and the access women have to sport. Our special guests, Monica and Andrea, will share their experiences pursuing competitive sports and the current opportunities for women and girls in adaptive athletics.Women & SCI/D Health Talks is a community led program aimed …
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