United Spinal Association of Northeast Ohio

10/21/2026

Looking to give back—or in need of a helping hand? We’ve got you covered! 📦🧡
Our chapter regularly accepts gently used medical equipment and unused supplies to keep our community moving forward.
Right now, we have items like catheters, clothing guards, and other essential gear available completely free to anyone who needs them! Whether you're clearing out extra space at home or searching for supplies, we’re here to help connect the dots.
👉 Browse what’s in stock or learn how to donate today: www.usaneo.org/donated-items

10/20/2026

💙 Have you had a spinal cord injury? Researchers want to hear from you!
Researchers at Cleveland State University are conducting a study to learn more about when people with SCI think sexual health should be discussed during occupational therapy after spinal cord injury. ♿️
Participants will complete a one-time Zoom interview lasting approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour.
Interested in participating? 👇
📱 Scan the QR code on the flyer or click the link provided to complete the short screening form.
Questions? Contact Jenn Soros, PhD, OTR/L at [email protected] or 216-687-3512.
Please share this post with someone in the SCI community who may be interested! 💙

10/19/2026

Social Hour is TONIGHT!
Whether you’re newly diagnosed or have been rolling with us for years, join the USANEO Monthly Social Hour! No rigid agendas—just a relaxed space to chat, laugh, and connect.
🗓 Mon, Oct 19 @ 7 PM EST
💻 Live on Zoom
👉 Link: www.usaneo.org/calendar

10/16/2026

Supporting Bladder Health in the SCI Community
Bladder health is an important part of overall wellness after spinal cord injury — and having care that understands SCI makes a difference. MetroHealth’s Urodynamics Clinic was designed specifically to support individuals with SCI through expert, specialized care.
You deserve information, options, and a care team that listens. Learn more by calling 216-778-4414, visiting MyChart, or reading about the clinic in the Fall 2021 Connections Newsletter: 🔗

10/15/2026

New Implant Targets Blood Pressure Swings After SCI
If you live with a high-level injury, you know the standard answers to low blood pressure: an abdominal binder, compression garments, a pill. ONWARD Medical's ARC-IM takes a different route. A 16-electrode lead sits in the epidural space over a dense cluster of blood pressure neurons in the lower thoracic cord and stimulates it directly.

In a preliminary study of 14 people with SCI, turning the implant on raised blood pressure immediately and reduced both the frequency and severity of hypotensive symptoms. Learn more about the implant and how to submit for their latest FDA-approved trial.
Read the full article:

ONWARD’s ARCIM neurostimulator targets a ‘hemodynamic hotspot’ in the spinal cord to reduce dangerous blood pressure swings and autonomic dysreflexia after SCI.

10/14/2026

Looking for a space where people just get it? 🤝
Whether you’re newly diagnosed or have been rolling with us for years, join the USANEO Monthly Social Hour! No rigid agendas—just a relaxed space to chat, laugh, and connect.
🗓 Mon, Oct 19 @ 7 PM EST
💻 Live on Zoom
👉 Link:

We meet the 3rd Monday of every month virtually, via Zoom. Meetings include an educational talk by a medical provider and/or information about recreation opportunities in our area.

10/13/2026

🧠🍻 A Night of Trivia is BACK! ♿️❤️
Get your trivia crew together and join the USANEO Chapter on November 14, 2026 at Goldhorn Brewery in Cleveland for a night of trivia, laughs, friendly competition, and community—all while supporting the programs and services that make a difference for people living with spinal cord injury.
🎟️ Tickets are on sale NOW! Don’t wait—grab your tickets and get your team ready!
👉 Get tickets & find all the details: https://www.usaneo.org/2026trivia
📅 November 14, 2026
📍 Goldhorn Brewery | Cleveland, OH
Tag your trivia team below! 👇

Socialize at 4:00 pm EST with dinner and drinks; trivia will start promptly at 5:00 pm EST.  We will play 2-3 Rounds of 10 questions each and a prize for each round’s winning team. Trivia will be played in teams of 4-5 people. After trivia, we will announce the winners of each raffle item. You do...

10/12/2026

💙 Meet Dale Seibel!
From preparing for his first PVA Buckeye Wheelchair Games to giving back as a peer mentor through MetroHealth’s CANN program, Dale is showing what it means to keep moving forward, stay connected, and support others along the way. ♿️
His story is one of determination, community, and finding new ways to make an impact.
📖 Want to get to know Dale and hear more of his story? Check out his full Member Spotlight in the Summer 2026 Connections Newsletter!
👉 norscis.mailchimpsites.com/newsletters
💬 Give Dale some 💙 in the comments!

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10/09/2026

🧡 Have you joined us for a USANEO Chapter meeting yet?
Our monthly meetings are a great way to connect with the SCI community, learn something new, hear from guest speakers, and stay up to date on what’s happening with USANEO.
Whether you’ve been part of our community for years or you’re just getting connected, there’s a place for you!
👉 Want to know what our monthly meetings are all about? Head over to the USANEO blog and check it out!
📖 Read more at www.usaneo.org/blog
💬 Tag someone who should join us at the next meeting!

18SepCreating A New Normal – Adjusting to Life After a Spinal Cord Injury USANEO AdminConnections Newsletter Article, Mental Health, NORSCIS Research, Resourcesnorscis, spinal cord injury, usaneo0 Creating A New Normal (CANN) was developed to bridge the gap between what is taught in the inpatient ...

10/08/2026

No one should have to navigate this journey alone. 🤝
Life after a spinal cord injury or diagnosis comes with a learning curve—but there is a community of people who truly "get it." Through our Peer Mentoring Program, you can connect with mentors who have walked a similar path and are ready to share real-life insights and encouragement.
✨ Why it helps:
Discover practical tips for daily life.
Find hope and resilience through shared stories.
Build a connection that actually understands your perspective.
Take the first step today: 🔗 www.usaneo.org/connect-in