EPISODE 14 Rites of Passage

Tune into this poignant episode where we explore the journey of adolescence with a spinal cord injury, with content relevant to both newly acquired conditions and those experienced since early childhood. Our first guest, highly experienced physical therapist Cathi Duggar, brings nearly two decades …

Episode 13 The Next stage- pursuing passions and flying the nest

Episode description The future is yours, and in this episode, we dive into the journeys of three young men—Jarrod Emeny, Chad Graham, and Dean Pan who each share their expert tips on igniting their passions and navigating the paths to fulfillment many years following spinal cord injury. First, we…

Episode 12 Empowerment Through Play: Sport and Recreation

Episode description Get ready to feel motivated! In this inspiring episode, we dive into the world of recreational and sports activities for children with spinal cord injuries, featuring two dynamic and highly experienced guests: consultant physiotherapist and para-sports classifier Joan Hacken, a…

Episode 11 Discovering Strength and Self- Navigating the Psychosocial Aspects of Childhood Spinal Cord Injury

Episode description: This is an episode you may wish to share with friends and family, an opportunity to deepen their understanding and compassion regarding the resilience and adjustments necessary when a spinal cord injury impacts childhood and family life. We feature two emotionally intuitive gu…

Episode 10 Bladder and Bowel Health

Join us for an eye-opening episode as we explore the vital yet less visible topic of bowel and bladder health in children with spinal cord injury. We kick off the conversation with Jodie Thompson, a seasoned clinical nurse consultant with decades of experience in paediatric spinal cord injury care.…

Episode 9 - Love your Skin - preventing and managing wounds

In this episode, we explore the vital topic of pressure injuries, commonly known as skin wounds or pressure ulcers. Joining us are two expert guests: Lis Hunter, a clinical nurse specialist with decades of experience in adult and paediatric spinal cord injury, and Kirsty Kinch, a senior occupationa…

Episode 8 Family Get-aways

Meet our guests: Ashlee Morton is a mum to 2 children as well as being a full time wheelchair user. She is passionate about exploring the world and making it easier for others with a disability to do so as well. Through her work as General Manager at Accessible Accommodation she aims to make the …

Episode 7 Paid work and Tertiary Education

Expand your horizons and ignite your passion for meaningful education and vocation in this insightful episode featuring two seasoned experts. First, hear from Skye Palethorpe, a Vocational Consultant and Occupational Therapist, as she shares valuable mindsets and strategies for exploring work and …

Episode 6 Assistive Technology and Home modifications-the set up right for you

Join us for an insightful episode dedicated to equipment and home modifications! We’re thrilled to welcome two expert guests. First, specialist occupational therapist Toni Blanche will share key insights on selecting the right equipment and planning home modifications for both immediate needs and f…

Episode 5 Got your back - Scoliosis and considerations for management

Join us for an enlightening episode dedicated to neuromuscular scoliosis, a common challenge arising from childhood spinal cord injury and dysfunction (SCI/D). We’re excited to feature three exceptional guests: athlete and scholar Victoria Simpson, along with her mother Deanne, who will share their…