Disaster Relief Support for Texans with Spinal Cord Injuries or Diseases

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Facing a crisis? We’re here to help.

Thanks to the incredible generosity of the Craig H. Neilsen Foundation, Airbnb, and the North Texas Chapter of United Spinal Association, emergency help is available for Texans with spinal cord injuries or spinal cord-related diseases who’ve been impacted by disaster.

 

If You’re Experiencing Hardship, Reach Out

Has your home, wheelchair, or basic mobility been affected by:

• Tornadoes

• Flooding

• Fires

• Hail

• Vandalism or civil unrest

• Utility or power outages

• Extreme heat or cold

• Drought or high winds

You’re not alone—and you don’t have to face it alone.

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Who Can Apply?

To qualify for assistance, you must:

• Have a spinal cord injury or spinal cord-related disease

• Live in Texas

• Have been affected by a weather-related disaster or crisis that impacts your daily life or access to mobility

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What You Can Expect

Most applicants receive between $1,000 and $5,000 to help with urgent needs related to:

• Emergency relocation or temporary housing

• Wheelchair or medical equipment repair or replacement

• Home repairs to restore safety and accessibility

• Essential utilities and basic needs

 

How to Apply

It’s simple:

1. Fill out a short form – just a few basic questions

2. We’ll review your situation with compassion and care

3. A team member will contact you directly

 

Our only rule? We help those trying to help themselves. If you’re working to rebuild or recover, we want to support you.

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 “We just want to help you through a hard time. It’s what we do.”