Life Lessons with SCIA’s Peer and Family Support Team

By Spinal Cord Injuries Australia

March 31, 2021

What do you think if having a disability can change you? The SCIA Peer and Family Support team shares with us their life lessons in the latest episode of our podcast.

Rob, Dan and Jess from the team share their experiences and the reality of living with a spinal cord injury. During the conversation, they also discuss the vital life lessons they’ve learnt along the way, like patience, advocating for themselves, independence and dealing with mental health.

Life is not all rainbows and butterflies, but we always have something sweet and creative to keep them surrounding us continuously. Take a look at Dan’s car modification and Jess’s cooking videos, and you will find more inspiration.

Please access our Peer and Family Support Team if you need our support.

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