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The National Data Centers: Advancing SCI, TBI, and Burn Injury Recovery Through Knowledge

NIDILRR funds three national data centers focused on spinal cord injury, traumatic brain injury, and burn injuries. More than 50 years of data on these injuries is available to researchers, free of charge! Learn more about these databases and how you can access them. Continue reading

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Catch up, Read up, Rest up: Quick Resources from the NIDILRR Grantee Community

We’re sharing some recent podcasts, publications, and other resources from the NIDILRR grantee community to help you wind down the year and get ready for 2026. Continue reading

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NIDILRR-funded Consumer Products: Accessible Holiday Festivities for Everyone at Home and in the Community

With the holidays around the corner, we’re sharing resources from the NIDILRR grantee community to help family and friends gather together so all can participate! Continue reading

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National Family Caregiving Month: Finding Your Caregiving Community

For National Family Caregiving Month, we’re sharing resources to help caregivers connect to support and fellowship in their community and online. Continue reading

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Answered Questions for September 2025: NIDILRR-funded Projects and Products for Healthy Aging Month

Staying healthy as you age with a disability can be a challenge. We shared recent research, resources, and information from the NIDILRR grantee community to help you focus on wellness now and as you get older. Continue reading

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Rehab and Recovery: SCI Awareness Month and National Rehab Awareness Week

Recognizing SCI Awareness Month and National Rehab Awareness Week by sharing resources from the NIDILRR grantee community to help when working with rehab professionals after SCI. Continue reading

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What are Direct Support Professionals?

Direct Support Professionals are skilled professionals who are essential to the independence and participation of people with disabilities in the community. Learn more about what they do and NIDILRR-funded research to support the workforce. Continue reading

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Celebrating Labor Day: A Quick Look at NIDILRR-Funded Employment Research

Heading into the Labor Day weekend, we explore some of the current NIDILRR-funded projects conducting research and development to improve employment opportunities for people with disabilities. Continue reading

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NIDILRR-Funded Consumer Products: Enhancing Health and Well-Being of People with Disabilities Through Participation in Physical Activity

Physical activity can help support daily living activities and independence across the age spectrum. Here are some NIDILRR-funded resources to help get you started! Continue reading

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Remembering Mark Odum

Mark Xavier Odum passed away in his sleep January 15th, 2025. More than likely, he went to bed positive he’d wake up in the morning. Mark was a positive guy, and it was his upbeat outlook on life that made … Continue reading

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