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PUSHING THE EXTRA MILE FOR WHEELCHAIR
INDEPENDENCE.

WHO ARE WE?

Pushing Forward provides invaluable support to individuals living with traumatic spinal cord injury, helping them access resources that enable them to live independently, engage in their community, and take control of their lives.

THE UPHILL BATTLE.

Father, Activist, & Public Speaker

Kaelin “Uno Strong” Hall, shares with Pushing Forward his first 7 years as a SCI patient. Kaelin speaks Activist,
public speaker and father living with a wheel chair injury, I striving to lead a life of purpose and passion, Being committed
to inspiring others to reach for their dreams regardless of their circumstances. It’s evident why he’s known as “The Voice.”

Breaking Down Barriers To Accessibility.

Return Home Program

Pushing Forward supports individuals and families facing financial hardships that prevent them from transitioning home following inpatient treatment for SCIs. Installation of residential wheelchair ramps remove accessibility barriers and enable our clients to return home sooner.
Case Management & Safety

Our Community Health Worker directly assists those with spinal cord injuries, focusing on low-income households. We provide support for various needs such as obtaining medical equipment, securing accessible living, transportation assistance, moving support, and workshops on financial wellness and job readiness.
Education and Advocacy

Pushing forward is addressing complex barriers facing people living with spinal cord injuries and other disabilities through programs like Food Security and Live Well & Thrive, Pushing Forward is creating supportive spaces that address trauma pain, substance misuse and stigma while promoting healing self-advocacy and connection
Connection and Empowerment

Social isolation is a growing public health concern especially for people with disabilities. Pushing Forward creates opportunities for connection, belonging and empowerment through social gatherings, peer-to-peer support, programs like The Sisterhood to help individuals build relationships strengthening confidence and moving forward together.

Join The Ride!

Your generous donation helps to make a real difference in real lives of the community. Your support helps to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to lead a life of self-empowerment and personal fulfillment.