Articles en-us http://www.sciak.org N/A http://www.sciak.org webmaster@sciak.org 20 http://www.sciak.org/articles/138/1/Spinal-Cord-Injury-Association-of-Kentucky-SCIAK.html In the fall of 2002, practioners, individuals with spinal cord injury, and advocacy groups met and established the Spinal Cord Injury Association of Kentucky (SCIAK). The mission of SCIAK is to serve those affected by spinal cord injury through increased awareness, greater resource availability and support services, enhanced educational and preventative interventions, as well as increased athletic and recreational opportunities.  In addition, to practioners, individuals with spinal cord injury and corporate sponsors, three organizations in Kentucky were instrumental in the formation of SCIAK, i.e., the Derby City Chapter of the National Spinal Cord Injury Association, Friends for Michael Spinal Cord Injury Organization and Kentucky Wheelchair Athletics Association. Get Updates, enter your email address: webmaster@sciak.org (Michael Feger) Tue, 05 May 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.sciak.org/articles/178/1/3rd-Annual-Todd-Crawford-Foundation-5K-Run-Walk-or-Roll/June-17th-2009.html Louisville Waterfront Park6.27.0910am Start (registration at 9am) Proceeds benefit:The Todd Crawford Foundation to Cure Paralysis, Inc. webmaster@sciak.org (Michael Feger) Fri, 01 May 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.sciak.org/articles/176/1/Second-Annual-Hilliard-Lyons-Health--Fitness-Classic/Saturday-July-11-2009.html Theme "Healthy Living is for Everyone"Saturday, July 11, 2009Kentucky Wesleyan College, Owensboro, KYEvents include 10K Competitive Wheelchair Race (evening race, flat and fast) webmaster@sciak.org (Michael Feger) Sun, 12 Apr 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.sciak.org/articles/177/1/SCIAK-Mourns-Death-of-Julia-Duncan/Obituary---Julie-Duncan.html DUNCAN Julia Ann Barnett, 49, Lexington, KY, widow of Bill Duncan, died Tue, Feb 24, 2009 at the UK Markey Cancer Center. Born May 10, 1959, she was the daughter of Helen Brisbay Barnett of Lexington, KY and the late Bob Barnett. Mrs. Duncan graduated from Transylvania University and received her Masters Degree from the University of Kentucky. Mrs. Duncan was the Director of Spinal Cord Injury Recreation and Athletics for Cardinal Hill Rehabilitation Hospital. webmaster@sciak.org (Michael Feger) Wed, 25 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.sciak.org/articles/174/1/A-Series-of-Community-Discussions--About-Healthcare-and-Disabilities-in-Kentucky/THE-CENTER-FOR-ACCESSIBLE-LIVING-PRESENTS.html The Center for Accessible Living was awarded a grant from the Foundation for a Healthy Kentucky to identify the top 5 unmet healthcare needs of Kentuckians with disabilities.  We need and want input from across the state from as many Kentuckians with Disabilities as possible.  To accomplish this, we will be holding forums across the state where consumers can give us input into the barriers and situations they face in their community.  Surveys will also be utilized to gather additional information. webmaster@sciak.org (Michael Feger) Thu, 17 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.sciak.org/articles/175/1/-12th-Annual-Ms-Wheelchair--Kentucky-Pageant/November-1--2-2008.html The Ms. Wheelchair Kentucky Organization is proud to sponsor the 12th Annual Ms. Wheelchair Kentucky Pageant. Contestants must be female, U.S Citizens between the ages of 21-60; must utilize wheelchairs forall their mobility outside of their homes, must be capable and willing to advocate for the disability community within the state of Kentucky.Saturday November 1, 2008, Galt House HotelSunday, November 2, 2008, Kentucky Center for the Arts, Louisville, Ky. webmaster@sciak.org (Michael Feger) Wed, 16 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.sciak.org/articles/173/1/Southern-Parkway-1-Mile-Race-2008/Saturday-July-12-2008.html One Mile Run/Walk and 8k RunSaturday July 12, 20086:00 P.M.Proceeds from the race will benefit the Kentucky Wheelchair Athletics Association (KWAA) and Metro Parks Adapted Leisure Activities. webmaster@sciak.org (Michael Feger) Tue, 08 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.sciak.org/articles/172/1/The-Larosa-Loop-Ride-and-Walk/Saturday-May-31-2008.html Who:    The "Larosa Loop Bicycle Ride and Walk" hosted by Jewish Hospital & St. Mary’s Foundation. What:     The Larosa Loop Bicycle Ride and Walk to honor the memory of Physiatrist Dr. Ethel Larosa-Klemens who lost her battle with cancer at the young age of 37. The event raises funds for a scholarship for a female medical student at the University of Louisville School of Medicine; and an annual pediatric rehabilitation lectureship for residents and practicing physicians. Both the scholarship and lectureship are given in Dr. Larosa’s name.When:    Saturday, May 31, 2008 webmaster@sciak.org (Michael Feger) Mon, 21 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.sciak.org/articles/171/1/The-2nd-Annual-Todd-Crawford-Foundation-5K-Run-Walk-or-Roll/June-28-2008.html The Todd Crawford Foundation to Cure Paralysisis hosting its 2nd annual 5K Run, Walk, or Roll on Saturday, June 28, 2008. We greatly appreciate the support we received last year and would again like to thank everyone who participated. This year we are aiming for an even larger turn-out. webmaster@sciak.org (Michael Feger) Tue, 15 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.sciak.org/articles/170/1/Team-Reeve---Kentucky-Derby-Festival-MarathonminiMarathon/April-26-2008.html The Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation is a proud charity partner pf the Kentucky Derby Festival in this years Marathon/miniMarathon. We are working with our friends at Frazier Rehab, Jewish Hospital and University of Louisville to pull together Team members and volunteers. It will be an exciting and inspirational journey for all as we gear up for the race - April 26, 2008! webmaster@sciak.org (Michael Feger) Fri, 08 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0500