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Spinal network Spinal Network The Total Wheelchair Resource BookThis book published by New Mobility Magazine is a comprehensive resource book for people with disabilities. Reviewed May 2013 Book
Life After SCIThis video explains how experienced wheelchair users get on planes, set up for rental cars, thrash down mountains on four wheelers, pick out the right three-wheeler, play softball, go to college, and much more. Reviewed May 2013 Streaming Video
adaptive sailing Adaptive Sailing - Judd Goldman Adaptive Sailing ProgramDiscover the joy of sailing through the Judd Goldman Adaptive Sailing Program offered through the Chicago Park District. Instruction includes both classroom and on-water instruction for people with physical disabilities. Reviewed April 2013 Streaming Video
Olympics OlympicsLavishly illustrated account of the Olympics includes a section on the Paralympics. Reviewed August 2012 Book
Weight room - RIC Sports Fitness Center New RIC Sports & Fitness Center and Sports Has MovedState-of-the-Art in Health and Fitness for People with DisabilitiesRIC Sports & Fitness Center has a new home! Taking over the completely redesigned mezzanine of what was formerly called the Time-Life Building, this beautiful new facility is just four blocks south of the flagship hospital at 345 East Superior Street.

The new Center features:
- A wide-open, bright, colorful, state-of-the-art fitness space
- New cutting-edge exercise equipment
- New locker rooms, changing areas and accessible showers
- Unisex facilities for participants with opposite-sex caregivers
- Dedicated Functional Fitness space
- Aerobics Studio doubled in size with new sound and video systems
Reviewed August 2012 Article
parkinson’s disease resource list Parkinson Disease: Parkinson’s Disease Resource ListA resource guide for persons with Parkinson’s Disease and their caregivers. Reviewed April 2012 Book
skyrise chicago 2010 Skyrise Chicago 2010The Sky’s the LimitVideo of Skyrise Chicago 2010, the nation's premier urban stair climb benefiting the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago (RIC). A stair climb and simulated hand–cycle option provides participation for all abilities. 103 flights. 2,109 stairs! Reviewed December 2011 Video - DVD
winter book Winter Book for Physically Challenged PeopleMake sure you’re ready for the ice and cold that’s coming this winter season. Reviewed October 2011 Book
Facing Disability: SportsInsights from Spinal Cord Injury Survivors and FamiliesView assorted video clips for information on sports. Videos reflect insights from spinal cord injury survivors and family members. Reviewed April 2012 Streaming Video
Beijing 2008 Paralympics 2008 Beijing GamesVideo highlights of the 2008 paralympic games in Beijing, China. Reviewed July 2012 Video - DVD
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