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Calendar

Click on a calendar event for more information.

If you want to advertise your accessible event on our calendar, reach out to us at Contact@oregonsci.org.

Community Events

Education & Training

Thursday, May 14th - Women's Health Forum 2: Preventative Care For Women - Zoom + -

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Proactive wellness is the foundation of independence. While managing a spinal cord injury requires daily focus, staying ahead of general health milestones is equally vital for long-term vitality.

Join us for this essential session in our ongoing series on Women’s Health After SCI. We are moving beyond injury management to focus on the preventative measures that every woman needs, tailored specifically for the SCI community.

Why Attend This Session?

Preventative care often presents unique logistical hurdles for women with paralysis. This forum addresses those challenges head-on, providing practical advice and expert insights on:

  • Mammograms & Breast Health: Navigating equipment accessibility and positioning tips for a successful, stress-free screening.
  • Managing Cholesterol: Understanding how SCI affects metabolic health and strategies for keeping your heart healthy.
  • The Preventative Roadmap: A guide to the screenings you shouldn’t skip—from bone density scans to routine blood work.
  • Provider Communication: How to advocate for your specific needs in a standard clinical setting.

Our Goal: To empower you with the knowledge to manage your health confidently and ensure your preventative care is as comprehensive as possible.

Ask anonymous questions that can be addressed during the session: Click here!

Upcoming sessions in this series:
Register – August 13th – Mental and Psychosocial Help
Register – November 12th – Managing Daily Life

Thursday, August 13th - Women's Health Forum 3: Mental and Psychosocial Help - Zoom + -

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The journey after a spinal cord injury isn’t just physical—it’s deeply emotional and social. Prioritizing your mental well-being is just as critical as managing your physical health.

In this session of our Women’s Health After SCI series, we shift our focus to the “invisible” aspects of living with paralysis. We’ll explore the complex intersection of disability, identity, and mental health, offering tools to help you navigate the psychological landscape of life with an SCI.

Key Discussion Points:

  • Navigating Identity & Self-Esteem: Redefining your sense of self and body image in a world that often lacks representation of women with disabilities.
  • Managing “Burnout” and Stress: Practical coping mechanisms for the mental fatigue that can come with managing a chronic injury and secondary health concerns.
  • Social Connections & Relationships: Addressing shifts in family dynamics, friendships, and romantic life, and how to build a supportive social “ecosystem.”
  • Psychosocial Resources: Identifying when and how to seek professional support, from specialized counseling to peer-led support networks.

Who Is This For?

This session is designed for women at any stage of their SCI journey—whether you are newly injured or have been navigating this path for decades. We aim to foster an environment of shared lived experience, resilience, and authentic conversation.

Perspective: Mental health isn’t a destination; it’s a practice. This session provides the space to discuss the highs and lows of that practice with peers who truly understand.

Ask anonymous questions that can be addressed during the session: Click here!

Upcoming sessions in this series:
Register – November 12th – Managing Daily Life

Thursday, November 12th - Women's Health Forum #4 - Managing Daily Life - Zoom + -

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While clinical check-ups are essential, the “real” work of health often happens in the quiet moments of daily routine. Mastering the practicalities of life with a spinal cord injury is key to confidence and spontaneity.

In the final session of our Women’s Health After SCI series, we’re getting candid. We are moving beyond the doctor’s office to discuss the day-to-day management of personal care. This session is dedicated to sharing practical solutions, troubleshooting common hurdles, and discovering the products and techniques that make daily life smoother.

What We’ll Discuss:

  • The Routine: Advanced Bowel & Bladder Management: Moving beyond the basics to discuss timing, troubleshooting accidents, and maintaining skin integrity during your routine.
  • Menstrual Care & Hygiene: Exploring accessible products (from adaptive period underwear to cups/disposables) and managing autonomic dysreflexia or increased spasms during your cycle.
  • Adaptive Dressing & Intimacy Prep: Practical tips for managing clothing changes and personal hygiene that help you feel prepared for whatever the day (or night) brings.
  • The “Travel Toolkit”: How to manage these personal care needs while on the go, in public restrooms, or during travel.

Why This Session Matters:

These topics are often left out of standard medical brochures, yet they impact your quality of life every single day. This forum is a judgment-free zone where lived experience takes center stage, allowing you to learn from experts and peers alike.

Our Philosophy: Knowledge is autonomy. By mastering these daily logistics, you spend less time worrying about your injury and more time living your life.

Ask anonymous questions that can be addressed during the session: Click here!

Recreational Events

Saturday, May 16th - Hand Cycling in Southern Oregon - Blue Heron Park; Phoenix, OR + -

Come roll with us! No experience is necessary and transfer assistance will be available. Bring your family and friends to cheer you on while you try out a variety of hand cycles.

This is a great opportunity to try something new in a safe, supportive space and among a community of other wheelchair users.

Time – 9. am – 2 pm
Location – Don Jones Memorial Park; 223 W Vilas Rd, Central Point, OR 97502, USA

 

Saturday, June 13th - Adaptive Clamming & Beach Day with David's Chair + -

Please register here –Clamming!

Join Oregon Spinal Cord Injury Connection (OSCI) for an adaptive razor clamming experience at Fort Stevens State Park on the weekend June 13th. This event is being developed in collaboration with David’s Chair, who will provide track chairs to help participants access the beach and clamming areas. Volunteers will be on hand throughout the day to assist with digging, mobility, and overall support, making this a welcoming opportunity for individuals of all abilities to enjoy the Oregon coast.

All required clamming licenses will be provided for participants, and no prior experience is necessary. Volunteers will also assist with cleaning, processing, and vacuum packing your catch so you can easily take clams home. After clamming, we’ll gather for a casual beachside cookout and try some fresh clams.

This event will be offered free of charge. Completing the form does not guarantee registration, but ensures you’ll be among the first to receive the official sign-up once it becomes available.

For questions, please reach out to Matt Howard at matt@oregonsci.org or by phone at 360-421-4354.

 

Thursday, June 25th - OAS Adaptive Mountain Biking; Chehalem Ridge Nature Park + -

Details coming soon!

July 10th - 12th - CampAbility at Milo McIver State Park + -

Details coming soon!

August 14th - 16th - CampAbility at South Beach State Park + -

Details coming soon!

September 25th - 27th - CampAbility at LaPine State Park + -

Details coming soon!

Wheelchair Maintenance Workshops

Tuesday, May 12th - Bike Farm; Portland, OR + -

Join us and our friends at Bike Farm for a no cost wheelchair maintenance workshop!

You are free to use the tools and space to do your own maintenance or get help from the supportive volunteer bicycle technicians. We also welcome bike mechanics who want to learn how to support wheelchair users who rely on bike shops for maintenance.

The goal of this program is to provide tools and equipment to support learning, entry-level maintenance, and repairs for anyone who wants to learn more about wheelchair maintenance or is experiencing an urgent need.

It’s free and fun to attend! Many people come to socialize and share tips and tricks of SCI life. Limited space is available, please register in advance.

  1. Register – Sign-up for the workshop
  2. Volunteering? – Volunteer Form

Learn more about our Wheelchair Maintenance Workshops.

 

Time – 6 pm – 8 pm
Location – Bike Farm; 1810 NE 1st Ave, Portland, OR 97212

Parking – metered street parking is available

 

Thursday, May 14th - Talent Maker City; Talent, OR + -

Join us and our friends at Talent Maker City for a no cost wheelchair maintenance workshop! You are free to use the tools and space to do your own maintenance or get help from the supportive volunteer bicycle technicians. We also welcome bike mechanics who want to learn how to support wheelchair users who rely on bike shops for maintenance.

The goal of this program is to provide tools and equipment to support learning, entry-level maintenance, and repairs for anyone who wants to learn more about wheelchair maintenance or is experiencing an urgent need.

It’s free and fun to attend! Many people come to socialize and share tips and tricks of SCI life. Limited space is available, please register in advance.

  1. Register – Sign-up for the workshop
  2. Volunteering? – Volunteer Form

Learn more about our Wheelchair Maintenance Workshops.

 

Time – 5 pm – 7 pm
Location – Talent Maker City; 109 Talent Ave, Talent, OR 97540

 

Friday, May 15th - Spokes Unlimited; Klamath Falls, OR + -

Join us  for a no cost wheelchair maintenance workshop at Klamath County Public Health! You are free to use the tools and space to do your own maintenance or get help from the supportive volunteer bicycle technicians. We also welcome bike mechanics who want to learn how to support wheelchair users who rely on bike shops for maintenance.

The goal of this program is to provide tools and equipment to support learning, entry-level maintenance, and repairs for anyone who wants to learn more about wheelchair maintenance or is experiencing an urgent need.

It’s free and fun to attend! Many people come to socialize and share tips and tricks of SCI life. Limited space is available, please register in advance.

Register for the event.

  1. First time in 2025? Complete the annual waiver – https://tinyurl.com/2025WMWKFalls
  2. Volunteering? Complete the volunteer form – https://tinyurl.com/oscivolunteer

Learn more about our Wheelchair Maintenance Workshops.

 

Time – 2 pm – 4 pm
Location – Spokes Unlimited; 1006 Main St, Klamath Falls, OR 97601

 

Friday, June 5th - Klamath County Library; Klamath, OR + -

Join us  for a no cost wheelchair maintenance workshop at Klamath County Public Health! You are free to use the tools and space to do your own maintenance or get help from the supportive volunteer bicycle technicians. We also welcome bike mechanics who want to learn how to support wheelchair users who rely on bike shops for maintenance.

The goal of this program is to provide tools and equipment to support learning, entry-level maintenance, and repairs for anyone who wants to learn more about wheelchair maintenance or is experiencing an urgent need.

It’s free and fun to attend! Many people come to socialize and share tips and tricks of SCI life. Limited space is available, please register in advance.

Register for the event.

  1. First time in 2025? Complete the annual waiver – https://tinyurl.com/2025WMWKFalls
  2. Volunteering? Complete the volunteer form – https://tinyurl.com/oscivolunteer

Learn more about our Wheelchair Maintenance Workshops.

 

Time – 2 pm – 4 pm
Location – Klamath County Public Health; 3314 Vandenberg Ave, Klamath Falls, OR 97603

 

Join us and our friends at Talent Maker City for a no cost wheelchair maintenance workshop! You are free to use the tools and space to do your own maintenance or get help from the supportive volunteer bicycle technicians. We also welcome bike mechanics who want to learn how to support wheelchair users who rely on bike shops for maintenance.

The goal of this program is to provide tools and equipment to support learning, entry-level maintenance, and repairs for anyone who wants to learn more about wheelchair maintenance or is experiencing an urgent need.

It’s free and fun to attend! Many people come to socialize and share tips and tricks of SCI life. Limited space is available, please register in advance.

Register for the event.

  1. First time in 2025? Complete the annual waiver – https://tinyurl.com/2025WMWPDX
  2. Volunteering? Complete the volunteer form – https://tinyurl.com/oscivolunteer

Learn more about our Wheelchair Maintenance Workshops.

 

Time – 5 pm – 7 pm
Location – Talent Maker City; 109 Talent Ave, Talent, OR 97540

 

Tuesday, June 9th - Bike Farm; Portland, OR + -

Join us and our friends at Bike Farm for a no cost wheelchair maintenance workshop!

You are free to use the tools and space to do your own maintenance or get help from the supportive volunteer bicycle technicians. We also welcome bike mechanics who want to learn how to support wheelchair users who rely on bike shops for maintenance.

The goal of this program is to provide tools and equipment to support learning, entry-level maintenance, and repairs for anyone who wants to learn more about wheelchair maintenance or is experiencing an urgent need.

It’s free and fun to attend! Many people come to socialize and share tips and tricks of SCI life. Limited space is available, please register in advance.

  1. Register – Sign-up for the workshop
  2. Volunteering? – Volunteer Form

Learn more about our Wheelchair Maintenance Workshops.

Time – 6 pm – 8 pm
Location – Bike Farm; 1810 NE 1st Ave, Portland, OR 97212

Parking – metered street parking is available

 

Community Meet-ups

Portland Meet-ups

Monday, May 25th - Lucky Labrador Beer Hall + -

Stay connected. Stay healthy.

Our Spinal Cord Injury Meet-ups are the perfect place to make new friends, reconnect with familiar faces, and share experiences in a supportive space.

Whether you’re living with a spinal cord injury, paralysis, or supporting someone who is — you’re welcome here.

We can’t wait to see you!

If you have ideas or suggestions for accessible meeting places in the Portland Metro area, please reach out to us at contact@oregonsci.org to let us know.

Learn more about our Community Meet-ups!

Time – 6 pm – 9 pm
Location – Lucky Lab Beer Hall; 1945 NW Quimby St, Portland, OR 97209

 

Monday, June 29h - Lucky Labrador Beer Hall + -

Stay connected. Stay healthy.

Our Spinal Cord Injury Meet-ups are the perfect place to make new friends, reconnect with familiar faces, and share experiences in a supportive space.

Whether you’re living with a spinal cord injury, paralysis, or supporting someone who is — you’re welcome here.

We can’t wait to see you!

If you have ideas or suggestions for accessible meeting places in the Portland Metro area, please reach out to us at contact@oregonsci.org to let us know.

Learn more about our Community Meet-ups!

Time – 6 pm – 9 pm
Location – Lucky Lab Beer Hall; 1945 NW Quimby St, Portland, OR 97209

 

2026 Dates & Locations in Portland + -

If you have ideas or suggestions for accessible meeting places in the Portland Metro area, please reach out to us at contact@oregonsci.org to let us know.

Southern Oregon Meet-ups

Saturday, June 5th - The Chicken Shack; Klamath Falls, OR + -

Come roll with us! No experience is necessary and transfer assistance will be available. Bring your family and friends to cheer you on while you try out a variety of hand cycles.

This is a great opportunity to try something new in a safe, supportive space and among a community of other wheelchair users.

More information:
To attend or volunteer for the event please reach out to Community Health Worker Hannah Rarick at Hannah@oregonsci.org.

Please register for this event so we know how many folks to expect.

Time – 9 am – 2 pm
Location – The Chicken Shack; 3255 Washburn Way #3, Klamath Falls, OR 97603

 

Sunday, June 21st - Jackson Creek Pizza Co; Medford, OR + -

Stay connected. Stay healthy.

Our Spinal Cord Injury Meet-ups are the perfect place to make new friends, reconnect with familiar faces, and share experiences in a supportive space.

Whether you’re living with a spinal cord injury, paralysis, or supporting someone who is — you’re welcome here.

We can’t wait to see you!

Time – 4pm
Location – Jackson Creek Pizza Co.; 700 Biddle Rd, Medford, OR 97504

 

2026 Dates & Locations in Southern Oregon + -

If you have ideas or suggestions for accessible meeting places in the Southern Oregon area, please reach out to us at contact@oregonsci.org to let us know.

Salem Meet-ups

Tuesday, June 2nd - Gilgamesh Brewing: The River + -

Stay connected. Stay healthy.

 

Our Spinal Cord Injury Meet-ups are the perfect place to make new friends, reconnect with familiar faces, and share experiences in a supportive space.

 

Community health workers will be there to share information about COVID-19 vaccination opportunities in the metro area and answer any questions you might have.

 

Whether you’re living with a spinal cord injury, paralysis, or supporting someone who is — you’re welcome here.

 

We can’t wait to see you!

Time – 6pm
Location – TBD

2026 Dates & Locations in Salem + -

If you have ideas or suggestions for accessible meeting places in the Salem area, please reach out to us at contact@oregonsci.org to let us know.

Encuentros en Español

Primer Miércoles cada mes - Encuentro Virtual + -

¡Manténgase conectado, manténgase saludable! Los encuentros son un excelente lugar para conocer nuevos amigos y ponerse al día con amigos.

 

Nuestros promotores de salud comunitarios estarán disponibles para brindar información sobre las oportunidades de vacunación contra el COVID-19 y responder preguntas. Nuestras reuniones están abiertas a cualquier persona afectada por lesiones medulares o parálisis.

 

¡Esperamos que te unas a nosotros!

 

Regístrese y únase a la reunión

 

¡Aprenda más sobre nuestras Encuentros de la Comunidad!

Contact us

Oregon Spinal Cord Injury Connection

6645 NE 78th Ct C6
Portland, OR 97217

Email: contact@oregonsci.org