Reach individuals and families affected by spinal cord injury and disorder.

Inspire the newly injured through role models and peer mentors.

Support individuals and families as they begin their post injury journeys.

Empower individuals with spinal cord injuries/disorders to reach
their goals and dreams.

We are SCIboston.  We are comprised of individuals affected by a spinal cord injury or disorders (SCI/D) including family members, loved ones, healthcare associates and many more. From the moment of injury, we offer hope through one-on-one support, understanding, and guidance. No other entity provides this depth of support. We work to Reach, Inspire, Support and Empower all those affected by an SCI/D through our nationally recognized Peer Visitation Program. Staff members and trained volunteers, who have successfully navigated post SCI/D life, serve as mentors to help the newly injured, and their families’ to better understand what happened, transition back into the community and meet their goals of leading a fulfilling life.

SCIboston was founded in 1992 by several individuals affected by spinal cord injury. They wanted to assist other individuals and family members affected by this traumatic injury and show them that they can continue to lead meaningful lives despite their injury. Each year, nearly 300 individuals in Massachusetts suffer an SCI/D. It can happen to anyone at anytime. It is both physically and emotionally devastating to the individual, family members and loved ones. The newly-injured, and those around them, must learn to cope with this dramatic change and gradually adjust to post-injury life.

Today, more than 30 years after the Chapter was founded, SCIboston has supported thousands of individuals. We have four part time staff members, over twenty-five volunteers and two offices – one at New England Rehabilitation in Woburn, MA and one at Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital in Charlestown, MA.

We foster an “anything is possible” attitude and work to enable individuals to follow their dreams and reach their goals. We do not, and have never, charged for our peer mentoring services. We are funded 100% through donations, grants and sponsors. Please click the button below to help us continue our mission.