United Spinal Resource Center
Information specialists, peer support, local chapters, financial-assistance resources, and guidance for people living with spinal cord injuries and disorders.
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Resources
Trusted Starting Points for Information and Support
Explore spinal cord injury support, durable medical equipment information, disability benefits, independent-living services, and Missouri community resources.
Find a starting point
Support can come from more than one place.
These independent organizations and government programs may help you understand options, locate services, and identify additional sources of support.
Nathan Powell Foundation does not control these organizations, guarantee their services, or determine their eligibility requirements. Resource information can change, so please confirm details directly with each organization.
Spinal Cord Injury & Paralysis Support
National organizations offering education, peer connection, and personalized resource navigation.
National Paralysis Resource Center
Free information and referral support from the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation for people living with paralysis, families, and caregivers.
Visit National Paralysis Resource CenterDisability Information and Access Locator
A federal resource for finding community organizations that support independent living, transportation, housing, disability rights, and other needs.
Visit Disability Information and Access LocatorEquipment & Assistive Technology
Starting points for learning about equipment coverage, borrowing devices, and finding reused equipment.
Missouri Assistive Technology
Device demonstrations, equipment loans, financial programs, telecommunications access, and other assistive-technology services for Missourians.
Visit Missouri Assistive TechnologyMissouri Device Reutilization
Programs that help Missourians locate gently used assistive technology and durable medical equipment at little or no cost.
Visit Missouri Device ReutilizationState Assistive Technology Programs
Use the AT3 Center’s nationwide directory to find your state or territory’s assistive-technology program, including available device loans, demonstrations, reuse, and financing services.
Visit State Assistive Technology ProgramsMedicare Durable Medical Equipment Coverage
Official information about Medicare coverage requirements, costs, prescriptions, and participating suppliers for eligible durable medical equipment.
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Directories and community organizations that may help with independent living and everyday needs.
State of Missouri Disability Portal
State and local information covering assistive technology, benefits, finances, independent living, transportation, employment, and disability rights.
Visit State of Missouri Disability PortalMissouri Centers for Independent Living
Find a local center offering information and referral, peer support, advocacy, independent-living skills, and transition services.
Visit Missouri Centers for Independent LivingUnited Way 211
Search by location for community help with housing, utilities, food, transportation, health services, and other local needs.
Visit United Way 211Benefits, Rights & Veterans
Official information for disability benefits, legal advocacy, and veterans living with spinal cord injuries.
Social Security Disability
Official information about Social Security Disability Insurance, eligibility, applications, work incentives, and reporting responsibilities.
Visit Social Security DisabilityMissouri Protection & Advocacy Services
Information, referrals, advocacy, and legal services related to the rights of eligible Missourians with disabilities.
Visit Missouri Protection & Advocacy ServicesVA Spinal Cord Injuries and Disorders System of Care
Information about VA spinal cord injury centers, annual evaluations, rehabilitation, and services for eligible veterans.
Visit VA Spinal Cord Injuries and Disorders System of CareNathan Powell Foundation
Learn about our assistance programs.
Our small foundation accepts applications for limited durable medical equipment assistance and eligible medical bills related to spinal cord injury while continuing to raise funds.
Important Information
This page is for general information only. It is not medical, legal, insurance, or financial advice. Nathan Powell Foundation is not responsible for the content, availability, decisions, or services of external organizations.