A Difficult Journey to Sweet 16
Most young girls dream of their sweet 16th birthday. It’s no different for Ainsley who celebrated the big moment this May. But the journey to get here hasn’t been easy. Her mom explains.
Gerry Price – My Monthly Donation is a Gift for the Future
Now that I’m a little older I think back on everything and believe we need to give back—that’s why I’m a monthly donor. SCI BC has always been there for me and it’s really important to make sure this continues for younger people.
Three Simple Words – It Gets Better: How You Can Help this Holiday Season
As the second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic rages on, we know the holidays will look very different this year. It can be a lonely and frightening time, especially for those who are more vulnerable because of health concerns…including people with a spinal cord injury.
Maureen Brownlee – My Monthly Donation is a Gift of Community
SCI BC has been a huge part of my life. I probably wouldn’t have met my husband if I hadn’t worked here, I wouldn’t have had my daughter, and wouldn’t have experienced all the incredible opportunities with people who always believed in me. That’s why I’m a monthly donor.
Pat Harris – My Monthly Donation is a Gift of Appreciation
When I was 10 years old I was injured in a riverbank cave-in. Back then, SCI BC was called the Canadian Paraplegic Association, and I had no idea how this organization would shape my life. I’m a SCI BC peer, former staff member and a monthly donor, and I’d like to share my story.
The Importance of Peer Groups and Zoom-Bonding.
These days while we’re practising social distancing, connection and friendships are more important than ever. For a person with a disability, the bonds that are being built in peer groups and over zoom or by phone are even more vital than ever.