Spotlight on Rochester, NY by Sue Shepard

Three people on bikes on the grass, with a lake behind them. Their arms are raised in victory. The two on the ends are on two-wheeled bikes, the man in the middle is on a recumbent handcycle.

December 1, 2016

Rochester’s Sue Shepard shines the spotlight on Rochester, NY in this article in New Mobility. Sue is a member of Rochester Spinal Association and is also a founding member of Rochester Accessible Adventures and sits on the Board of Directors.

Story exerpt:
My Take
Rochester has a lot to offer for those living with a disability. Winter weather aside, there are many aspects of this region that helped me get the most out of life’s adventures, including raising a daughter as a single parent. Our regional spinal cord injury and rehabilitation center offers immediate access to help during a crisis and the inevitable follow-ups. Local universities focus on cutting edge research and provide student-based therapy to those who have limited insurance coverage. Competent specialists offer assistance and education for primary care physicians regarding spinal cord disabilities.

Read the whole story here.

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