Living With Heart Failure and a Spinal Cord Injury - My Journey - By Daniel Kenna
Living with a spinal cord injury (SCI) is already a full-time job in itself. Add heart failure to the mix, and suddenly your world feels like it’s been flipped twice over. I never imagined I’d be writing about these two parts of my life in the same sentence, but here I am - still here, still moving forward, and hopefully offering something useful to anyone else navigating complex health challenges.
This is my story of living with both an SCI and heart failure, what I’ve learned, and how I’ve adapted along the way.
TOWNSVILLE OR BUST! – by Bill Fuller
Townsville in the winter! Sounds so very exciting, especially when there are two excellent reasons to go: a wheelchair basketball tournament and a getaway for our 43rd wedding anniversary.
My Day Out to the Strawberry Farm – by Marlena Katene
I have been reading the second book from Sharon M Draper’s series after the smash hit Out of My Mind. To be honest, I find it a little odd because it goes back to segregation in my eyes. Melody goes off to summer camp, which is respite. This reminded me of my own experience of going to a respite program.
My Tooth Implant Process as a Neurodiverse Person – by Natasha Astill
Early last year, I started the process for getting a tooth implant done, as I had a plate that needed readjusting, and the orthodontist suggested it was time for an implant, as that it was a permanent solution. A referral to see an oral surgeon was made.
Think Outside the Square - A Regional Road Trip to Remember – by Lindsay Nott
Ever thought a regional road trip was out of reach? Think again. With a little creativity, planning, and flexibility, you can explore the heart of Queensland—and have a blast doing it.
After a conversation with my support worker, we mapped out a week-long loop through regional Queensland. Our goal? Short drive times, accessible accommodation where possible, and plenty of local experiences. We settled on a relaxed route: two nights in Stanthorpe, one in Goondiwindi, and two in Chinchilla.
Move For Mobility Announcement
Our Move for Mobility initiative, in partnership with Free Wheelchair Mission, has officially come to a close!
Thanks to your generosity and commitment, we raised $24,096, transforming the lives of 251 people in remote communities with the gift of mobility.
In just one year, from May 2024 to May 2025, we raised a total of $52,538, changing 547 lives.
Your impact goes far beyond fundraising. You’ve given hope, freedom, and new possibilities to those who need it most.
How to try new things – by Susan Seipel
Trying new things or activities can be difficult with or without a disability. I recently tried a new sport (wheelchair cricket) and wanted to share some of the tips that helped me embrace my new experience.
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Fighting for disability and ME/CFS awareness – by Zoe Simmons
I’m a journalist. My entire life, I’ve told stories that raise awareness, smash stigma, and create change. I truly believe our stories can change the world: or at least, someone’s world.
But lately, I’ve been feeling . . . dissolution.
Pride in Progress - by Ferris Knight
Every week I had a meeting with my school counsellor. My mental health had been bad for quite a few years now and this was a condition of my enrolment. She was wonderful but I felt uncomfortable talking to anyone so quite a large amount of the time we talked about unrelated things.
Late in the year she sat me down and told me she wanted to talk to me about something. I’d been following all of the rules so I didn’t know what she wanted to talk about.
Rooted in Resilience - Finding Joy After Redundancy – by Alicia Kapa
In November last year, I was very sadly made redundant. At the time, I was very worried about what I would do, but also optimistic, as I am young and believe that everything happens for a reason. I am still trying to figure out that reason, but in the meantime, I have embraced my new life as a stay-at-home fiancé!