The proposed Medicaid budget cuts threaten the support systems essential for millions of Americans with disabilities. These financial reductions could lead to diminished care services, forcing individuals into institutions and undermining their independence, safety, and dignity. The impact would be profound and could dismantle the progress made in community-based care.
Author Archives: Josh Keller
Grief Revisited
This post explores the connection between mental health, disability, and grief. It emphasizes that grief stems not just from loss but also from life changes like disability. Using established models, it addresses the non-linear process of grieving and adaptation, highlighting the importance of self-compassion and community support in navigating these experiences.
Navigating Life’s Challenges: Disability and Burnout
Living with a disability involves significant adaptation, facing daily challenges that can lead to burnout. Chronic pain and the emotional strain of self-advocacy contribute to this issue, affecting not only individuals but also caregivers. Acknowledging limits, seeking help, and promoting open discussions are crucial for recovery and well-being.
SCIboston Gala 2025
This content celebrates the artistry of disabled individuals, highlighting the therapeutic power of art in navigating personal struggles, such as chronic pain and grief. The artist emphasizes the importance of creativity within the disability community and shares experiences with various adaptive tools used to create both digital and traditional art.
Pain in the Neck
Team Pain in the Neck Returns to TR24 Legacy WIFFLEBALL Tournament – Join Our Fundraising Effort! The countdown is on! Team Pain in the Neck is making a return to the TR24 Legacy WIFFLEBALL Tournament on June 14 in Jericho, Vermont. This incredible event brings teams together from all over to compete on four legendary replica fields – Fenway Park, Field ofContinueContinue reading “Pain in the Neck”
International Wheelchair Day 2025
For International Wheelchair Day I chose to update a comic that I made when I got my iBOT PMD from Mobius Mobility almost 3 years ago. I’ve been fortunate to have 4 wheelchairs in the 8 years that I’ve been injured. I started out in a Permobil F5 standing power chair and man, this thingContinueContinue reading “International Wheelchair Day 2025”
Alive-versary Year 8
Well.. here we are. Another 365 days of being paralyzed. Another 365 days of gratitude and love. Another 365 days of trying to live intentionally and love hard. I’m not going to lie to you, this year was a difficult one; harder than most have been. These annual reflections on my alive-day help me immenselyContinueContinue reading “Alive-versary Year 8”
Alive-versary Year 7
The text reflects on the author’s seven-year journey post-spinal cord injury, highlighting the physical and emotional challenges faced, including surgery and adaptations to paralysis. As they turn 30, they express gratitude for life, a supportive community, and a newfound purpose in philanthropy, emphasizing personal growth and resilience despite adversity.
Flag Day
“Oh damn, that’s the Battalion Commander… come on, give him a salute… wait, why can’t I lift my arm?…” When I first started finding consciousness in the hospital, I was overwhelmed and confused. I had to be told what had happened to me multiple times, and I still wasn’t good at comprehending it. One ofContinueContinue reading “Flag Day”
Alive-versary Year 6
6 years… 2,190 days since I walked past the wrong end of a .45 hollow point. Six years of some of my highest highs and certainly some of my lowest lows. Days, weeks, months and years slowly starting to blur together. My wheelchair starting to become just another decision that I make each morning. StartingContinueContinue reading “Alive-versary Year 6”