Minnesota Spinal Cord Injury Association (MNSCIA)

07/12/2026

MNSCIA co-founder Shawn Dean shares his thoughts on living 30 years with SCI (adult language used)

Is this thing still on? Damn, it’s been a while, huh? Even I haven’t visited this homepage in a long time. So why the 12-year absence? Three...

07/09/2026

It's not often that you find a spinal cord injury love story and so many adaptive opportunities in one article. Tell your friends about the great work Sam and Tracy Tabaka are doing!

For some Minnesotans with disabilities, venturing into the wilderness can feel intimidating. But for Sam and Tracy Tabaka, nature isn’t […]

07/02/2026

♿️ Advocates Roll in for Change! 🏛️✨

The halls of Congress looked a little different for this year's Roll on Capitol Hill, but the power of storytelling remained unmatched! 💻✨

Disability advocates from across the country, including Minnesota's own team featuring design engineer Rob Wudlick, Access Press writer Joey Carlson, and Maria Koullick from Coloplast, took to Zoom to connect directly with lawmakers.

From defending home care infrastructure to fighting for common-sense wheelchair repair policies and medical supply choices, these advocates put a human face on critical legislative issues. When we share our lived experiences, systemic policy shifts happen.

🔗 Read Joey's full breakdown of the 2026 legislative agenda and the impact of virtual advocacy: Access Press Article
https://accesspress.org/minnesota-advocates-push-for-national-disability-policy-changes-at-roll-on-capitol-hill/

A massive, heartfelt THANK YOU to all of the incredible advocates from across the country who showed up, spoke out, and came together to fiercely champion the rights, independence, and dignity of the entire disability community. Your voices are paving the way for a more accessible future! 🧡

06/26/2026

06/06/2026

Huge thanks to everyone who joined us at Mississippi Gateway Park today for our Adaptive Archery Day! It was such a great afternoon getting out on the range, sharpening our aim, and enjoying the beautiful weather together.

04/30/2026

04/14/2026

The Minnesota Spinal Cord Injury Association participated in Minnesota Automated Vehicle Day today at the Capitol. As transportation evolves, it is vital that people with disabilities are included in the conversation. That is why we need to stay active as the rules around Automated Vehicles are being written!