United Spinal Association

United Spinal Association is a national membership organization formed in 1946 by paralyzed veterans. Their mission is to improve the quality of life of Americans with spinal cord injuries and disorders (SCI/D). Membership is free and open to all individuals with spinal cord injuries and diseases. For more than sixty years, they have committed they energy and talents to improving the lives of individuals with a spinal cord injury or disease. Their initiatives, in promoting inclusion, improving access, fostering independence, enhancing mobility, and demanding equality, along with their commitment to member service, has helped to improve the quality of life and to create opportunities for members and all people with spinal cord injuries or disorders.