APRIL 2021
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Free Butch Alterman Webinar: Understanding Social Security Disability
Applying for Social Security Disability can be a challenging and frustrating experience. There are many forms to fill out, deadlines to meet, and the process can be difficult to navigate. It is important to understand the difference between the various programs, the application and appeals process, and the chances of successfully submitting an application.
To watch this FREE webinar, CLICK HERE
DO YOU KNOW ABOUT LATAN'S ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY MARKET PLACE?
LATAN has gently used and/or donated items available that are FREE OF CHARGE through through the AT Reuse Program. For a full list, visit: CLICK HERE 

If you have questions, please send email to info@latan.org 
Dates Worth Savin

May 5th: TBI Virtual Support Group*

May 13th: Virtual Exercise Class for Brain Injury*

May 18th : SCI Virtual Support Group*

May 24th: Virtual Exercise Class for Spinal Cord Injury*

August 13th -14th: 13th Annual Conference, Kenner, LA

October 22nd - 23rd: Ms. Wheelchair Louisiana Competition, Baton Rouge, LA

November 6th: Survivor Saturday Event / Waddill Wildlife Refuge, Baton Rouge

*flyers below
WAYS WE CAN HELP
Are you an individual or know an individual who sustained a traumatic brain and/or spinal cord injury? The Louisiana Department of Health through the Office of Aging and Adult Services offers assistance through the Traumatic Head and Spinal Cord Injury Trust Fund Program.

View video below for details.
QUICK LINKS
United Spinal Association offers numerous virtual events throughout the month including Social Hours, Lunch and Learns on Nutrition, Support for Newly Injured, Pathways to Employment and so much more. Anyone is welcome to participate.
FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH
BRAIN INJURY
FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH
SPINAL CORD INJURY
TBI TALK

LOVE YOUR BRAIN YOGA OPPORTUNITY

Registration is officially open for the FREE LoveYourBrain Mindset ONLINE programs for the Traumatic Brain Injury community!
HERE'S MORE...
FREE 6-week online programs designed to build resilience and community through yoga, mindfulness, and education for people with TBI and their caregivers. Choose from:

  • A weekly Group Discussion over Zoom to cultivate mental flexibility, positive thinking, and more!
  • A weekly gentle Yoga class over Zoom to cultivate balance, strength, and mind-body connection!
  • A weekly program you can complete On Your Own that includes mindfulness tools
WHY YOGA? CLICK ABOVE!
SCI SEGMENT
As the Louisiana Chapter of United Spinal Association, we are joining in the celebration of our national organization's 75th anniversary. As part of the celebration, the Advocacy and Policy team is focused on growing the advocacy base and increasing engagement in chapters and advocates. 

The Louisiana Chapter is participating in the national District Mobilization program to increase our advocacy base within the state. The power of our collective voices will ensure that elected officials hear our community's needs loud and clear. United Spinal doesn't advocate just for individuals with spinal cord injuries/disorders but for people with disabilities in general. 

We are encouraging anyone who is in interested in joining our advocacy efforts to register using the tab below. The more advocates we have working together throughout the state, the louder our voices will be heard in Louisiana and Washington DC. It is not hard or time consuming to be an advocate, but it does make a big difference. Information will be provided to you to share with elected officials. Please consider helping us make a difference in the lives of others and sign up to be an advocate.
LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR NATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS
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