Welcome to LivingWithParalysis.com.  Our goal is to educate, inspire and foster communication within the paralysis community. 

Kristen McCosh - Ms. Wheelchair America 

Ms. Wheelchair America for 2008, Kristen McCosh, recently took time out of her hectic schedule to talk with LivingWithParalysis.com about the pageant experience, her determination and perseverance in pre-ADA days, and her work today with the disabled in education and employment.  Click here to enjoy the interview.  For more information, or to contact Kristen, see her blog.  Information on the Ms. Wheelchair America pageant can be found at Ms. Wheelchair America.  To learn more about employment opportunities for the disabled, please visit Hire Disability Solutions.

United Access - Mobility Experts Tell All

I recently sat down with Richard May and Stephen Kinstler from United Access for in-depth answers to member questions. In business for 25+ years, United Access is an industry-leading provider of accessible vehicles. In a wide-ranging interview, we discuss what you should do before buying a vehicle that could save you thousands of dollars; driver evaluations; vehicle options; and much more...Click here for the interview.  

Canine Companions 

It is not uncommon to see service dogs assisting the blind, but did you know service dogs also assist the paralyzed community?  LivingWithParalysis.com recently sat down with Kelly Galindo, Public Relations Director for Canine Companions for Independence, a non-profit organization that has been training service dogs since 1975.  Click here to read the transcript of our interview.

Head Case

Head Case, a young adult novel by first-time author Sarah Aronson, is important reading material for the teenager in your life.  Check out my interview with Sarah here and my review of Head Case on the Authors page.