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Twice Devastated, Twice Restored
Two college baseball teammates with spinal cord injuries inspire players and coaches.
By Bill Sanders
Jamming on the Stage
Former patient and his brother form a southern rock band in pursuit of their dreams.
By Bill Sanders
Running the Race
Former patient with a spinal cord injury celebrates her recovery with her Shepherd Center treatment team as they run a 5K race together.
By Bill Sanders
Prepared at the Highest Level
Shepherd Center’s comprehensive treatment of people with high-level quadriplegia facilitates their transition to a “new normal.”
By Sara Baxter
Accessible Living
Former patients share ideas for making a home wheelchair accessible.
By John Christensen
Building a Swim Team
Shepherd Center’s swim team expands and works to compete nationally.
Examining Drug’s Effectiveness to Improve Function after Acute SCI
Shepherd Center is one of the first rehabilitation centers to follow patients and train trauma centers on SCI assessment for a new study.
From Near and Far
Former Shepherd Center patients from across the nation report on their productive lives post-injury.
Volunteer Profile: Carol Olsen
Patient-turned-volunteer offers warmth at Shepherd Center’s front door.
Donor Profile: Emily Bourne Grigsby
Female pioneer lives and gives with great zest.