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We have a wealth of knowledge to share with you about living with a spinal cord injury (SCI), and have pulled this together in this section to help you access the information you need, when you need it.

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Life takes on a new form after a spinal cord injury. The challenges can be overwhelming, and adjusting to a new way of living can be difficult. One way to navigate this change is by learning from others who have experienced similar situations.

New Mobility recently interviewed four individuals who have spinal cord injuries: Rebecca Koltum, Melissa McRoy, Jemal Mfundshi, and Chris Benson. Each of them shared their unique life experiences and challenges since their injury.

Rebecca was paralysed at the age of 21. Following her injury, she spent almost nine months in the hospital and rehabilitation before living in an assisted living facility for six weeks while her home got modified. Her family, friends, and community have been incredibly supportive, but managing her caregiving situation and finding full-time assistance has been challenging.

Life with spinal cord injury Before her injury, Rebecca was in the midst of interviewing for medical school, but her goals shifted after her accident. Now, she enjoys creating art and making TikTok videos, where she has amassed over 4,200 followers. Some of her videos have even been viewed by up to 15.5 million people.

Spinal cord injuries change our lives, but they don’t have to define us. Our ultimate goal remains the same: to enhance our quality of life, achieve self-sufficiency, and thrive in prosperity. Check out the rest of the inspiring stories from the other three wheelchair users in the full article on New Mobility.

Our services for life with spinal cord injury and other disabilities

If you’re facing challenges due to physical disability, our Peer & Family Support team is here to help. They can provide practical advice based on their own experiences, so you know you’re getting advice from people who understand what you’re going through.

For those enrolled in the NDIS program, our NDIS support coordinator team offers a personalised approach to assistance. They can help you navigate the system and achieve your goals.