The National Spinal Cord Injury Association

The primary mission of The National Spinal Cord Injury Association (NSCIA) is to educate, motivate and empower survivors of spinal cord injury and disease through their toll-free helpline, nationwide chapters and support groups to achieve and maintain higherlevels of independence and personal fulfillment.

The NSCIA has many chapters throughout the United States. Some members have physical disabilities while others do not. Chapter members participate in a variety of activities. They work with local and national officials and agencies to develop better programs and services and act as community advocates for improved access, housing, transportation, employment, and leisure time activities for disabled people. Peer support and other services are also provided. These are fundamental aspects of living that 500,000 people with spinal cord injuries or diseases must cope with after they have been rehabilitated and have returned to community life.

You can start a support group in your area. These groups provide a valuable service not only for counseling and support, but also for socializing and information sharing. "Old timers" have information to share with newer injuries, and such groups have more influence with vendors or medical professionals to present information and products.

Matters relating to NSCIA Membership, Chapter and Support Groups, and the 'In Touch With Kids' program should be directed to:

Paul Mortenson, Executive Director
Arizona United Spinal Cord Injury Association
Samaritan Rehab. Institute R-2
1012 E. Willetta
Phoenix, AZ 85006
phone (602) 239-5929
toll free (877) 778-6588
www.azspinalcord.org

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