S5 E13 - The True Grit Spinal Cord Injury Program

The True Grit Spinal Cord Injury (TG SCI) program is a post-acute, community-based, rehabilitation program that aims to provide hope, healing, and inspiration to adolescents and young adults aged 16-21 with SCI. As a collaborative effort between Rutgers University and RWJ Barnabas Health Children’s Specialized Hospital (CSH), the long-term goal of the TG SCI program is to develop a comprehensive community reintegration pathway for young adults with SCI, supporting them throughout the transition to adulthood by single day events, community building, and a residential summer camp each year. On this week's episode of the QP, I had the opportunity to speak with Kassandra Boyd, and Keara McNair. Both are occupational therapists by trade, and have been with TG SCI from day one. I was blown away by how comprehensive their program is, and I think you will be too! Please stay tuned to the very end, for a special public service announcement regarding the John McAleavey Jr. Fund.