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If you want to advertise your accessible event on our calendar, reach out to us at Contact@oregonsci.org.

Community Events

Education & Training

Thursday, November 19th - Women's Health Forum #4 - Managing Daily Life - Zoom + -

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While clinical check-ups are essential, the “real” work of health often happens in the quiet moments of daily routine. Mastering the practicalities of life with a spinal cord injury is key to confidence and spontaneity.

In the final session of our Women’s Health After SCI series, we’re getting candid. We are moving beyond the doctor’s office to discuss the day-to-day management of personal care. This session is dedicated to sharing practical solutions, troubleshooting common hurdles, and discovering the products and techniques that make daily life smoother.


What We’ll Discuss:

  • The Routine: Advanced Bowel & Bladder Management: Moving beyond the basics to discuss timing, troubleshooting accidents, and maintaining skin integrity during your routine.
  • Menstrual Care & Hygiene: Exploring accessible products (from adaptive period underwear to cups/disposables) and managing autonomic dysreflexia or increased spasms during your cycle.
  • Adaptive Dressing & Intimacy Prep: Practical tips for managing clothing changes and personal hygiene that help you feel prepared for whatever the day (or night) brings.
  • The “Travel Toolkit”: How to manage these personal care needs while on the go, in public restrooms, or during travel.

Why This Session Matters:

These topics are often left out of standard medical brochures, yet they impact your quality of life every single day. This forum is a judgment-free zone where lived experience takes center stage, allowing you to learn from experts and peers alike.

Our Philosophy: Knowledge is autonomy. By mastering these daily logistics, you spend less time worrying about your injury and more time living your life.

Ask anonymous questions that can be addressed during the session: Click here!

Wheelchair Maintenance Workshops

Tuesday, November 10th - Bike Farm; Portland, OR + -

Join us and our friends at Bike Farm for a no cost wheelchair maintenance workshop!

You are free to use the tools and space to do your own maintenance or get help from the supportive volunteer bicycle technicians. We also welcome bike mechanics who want to learn how to support wheelchair users who rely on bike shops for maintenance.

The goal of this program is to provide tools and equipment to support learning, entry-level maintenance, and repairs for anyone who wants to learn more about wheelchair maintenance or is experiencing an urgent need.

It’s free and fun to attend! Many people come to socialize and share tips and tricks of SCI life. Limited space is available, please register in advance.

  1. Register – Sign-up for the workshop
  2. Volunteering? – Volunteer Form

Learn more about our Wheelchair Maintenance Workshops.


Time – 6pm – 8pm
Location – Bike Farm; 1810 NE 1st Ave, Portland, OR 97212

Parking – metered street parking is available

 

Tuesday, November 12th - Talent Maker City; Talent, OR + -

Join us and our friends at Bike Farm for a no cost wheelchair maintenance workshop!

You are free to use the tools and space to do your own maintenance or get help from the supportive volunteer bicycle technicians. We also welcome bike mechanics who want to learn how to support wheelchair users who rely on bike shops for maintenance.

The goal of this program is to provide tools and equipment to support learning, entry-level maintenance, and repairs for anyone who wants to learn more about wheelchair maintenance or is experiencing an urgent need.

It’s free and fun to attend! Many people come to socialize and share tips and tricks of SCI life. Limited space is available, please register in advance.

  1. Register – Sign-up for the workshop
  2. Volunteering? – Volunteer Form

Learn more about our Wheelchair Maintenance Workshops.


Time – 6pm – 8pm
Location – Bike Farm; 1810 NE 1st Ave, Portland, OR 97212

Parking – metered street parking is available

 

Friday, November 13th - Klamath County Library; Klamath Falls, OR + -

Join us for a free wheelchair maintenance workshop! You’ll have access to tools and space to do your own maintenance or get help from the supportive volunteer bicycle technicians. We also welcome bike mechanics who want to learn how to support wheelchair users who rely on bike shops for maintenance.

The goal of this program is to provide tools and equipment to support learning, entry-level maintenance, and repairs for anyone who wants to learn more about wheelchair maintenance or is experiencing an urgent need.

It’s free and fun to attend! Many people come to socialize and share tips and tricks of SCI life. Limited space is available, please register in advance.

  1. Register – Sign-up for the workshop
  2. Volunteering? – Volunteer Form

Learn more about our Wheelchair Maintenance Workshops.


Time – 2pm – 4pm
Location – Klamath County Library; 126 S 3rd St, Klamath Falls, OR 97601, United States

 

Tuesday, December 8th - Bike Farm; Portland, OR + -

Join us and our friends at Bike Farm for a no cost wheelchair maintenance workshop!

You are free to use the tools and space to do your own maintenance or get help from the supportive volunteer bicycle technicians. We also welcome bike mechanics who want to learn how to support wheelchair users who rely on bike shops for maintenance.

The goal of this program is to provide tools and equipment to support learning, entry-level maintenance, and repairs for anyone who wants to learn more about wheelchair maintenance or is experiencing an urgent need.

It’s free and fun to attend! Many people come to socialize and share tips and tricks of SCI life. Limited space is available, please register in advance.

  1. Register – Sign-up for the workshop
  2. Volunteering? – Volunteer Form

Learn more about our Wheelchair Maintenance Workshops.


Time – 6pm – 8pm
Location – Bike Farm; 1810 NE 1st Ave, Portland, OR 97212

Parking – metered street parking is available

 

Friday, December 11th - Klamath County Library; Klamath Falls, OR + -

Join us for a free wheelchair maintenance workshop! You’ll have access to tools and space to do your own maintenance or get help from the supportive volunteer bicycle technicians. We also welcome bike mechanics who want to learn how to support wheelchair users who rely on bike shops for maintenance.

The goal of this program is to provide tools and equipment to support learning, entry-level maintenance, and repairs for anyone who wants to learn more about wheelchair maintenance or is experiencing an urgent need.

It’s free and fun to attend! Many people come to socialize and share tips and tricks of SCI life. Limited space is available, please register in advance.

  1. Register – Sign-up for the workshop
  2. Volunteering? – Volunteer Form

Learn more about our Wheelchair Maintenance Workshops.


Time – 2pm – 4pm
Location – Klamath County Library; 126 S 3rd St, Klamath Falls, OR 97601, United States

 

Community Meet-ups

Portland Meet-ups

Monday, October 26th - Lucky Labrador Beer Hall; Portland, OR + -

Stay connected. Stay healthy.

Our Spinal Cord Injury Meet-ups are the perfect place to make new friends, reconnect with familiar faces, and share experiences in a supportive space.

Whether you’re living with a spinal cord injury, paralysis, or supporting someone who is — you’re welcome here.

We can’t wait to see you!


If you have ideas or suggestions for accessible meeting places in the Portland Metro area, please reach out to us at contact@oregonsci.org to let us know.

Learn more about our Community Meet-ups!


Time – 6pm – 9pm
Location – Lucky Lab Beer Hall; 1945 NW Quimby St, Portland, OR 97209

 

Monday, November 30th - Lucky Labrador Beer Hall + -

Stay connected. Stay healthy.

Our Spinal Cord Injury Meet-ups are the perfect place to make new friends, reconnect with familiar faces, and share experiences in a supportive space.

Whether you’re living with a spinal cord injury, paralysis, or supporting someone who is — you’re welcome here.

We can’t wait to see you!


If you have ideas or suggestions for accessible meeting places in the Portland Metro area, please reach out to us at contact@oregonsci.org to let us know.

Learn more about our Community Meet-ups!


Time – 6pm – 9pm
Location – Lucky Lab Beer Hall; 1945 NW Quimby St, Portland, OR 97209

 

Monday, December 28th - Lucky Labrador Beer Hall + -

Stay connected. Stay healthy.

Our Spinal Cord Injury Meet-ups are the perfect place to make new friends, reconnect with familiar faces, and share experiences in a supportive space.

Whether you’re living with a spinal cord injury, paralysis, or supporting someone who is — you’re welcome here.

We can’t wait to see you!


If you have ideas or suggestions for accessible meeting places in the Portland Metro area, please reach out to us at contact@oregonsci.org to let us know.

Learn more about our Community Meet-ups!


Time – 6pm – 9pm
Location – Lucky Lab Beer Hall; 1945 NW Quimby St, Portland, OR 97209

 

2026 Dates & Locations in Portland + -

If you have ideas or suggestions for accessible meeting places in the Portland Metro area, please reach out to us at contact@oregonsci.org to let us know.

Southern Oregon Meet-ups

Sunday, November 15th - Jackson Creek Pizza Co; Medford, OR + -

Stay connected. Stay healthy.

Our Spinal Cord Injury Meet-ups are the perfect place to make new friends, reconnect with familiar faces, and share experiences in a supportive space.

Whether you’re living with a spinal cord injury, paralysis, or supporting someone who is — you’re welcome here.

We can’t wait to see you!


Time – 4pm – 6pm
Location – Jackson Creek Pizza Co.; 700 Biddle Rd, Medford, OR 97504

 

Saturday, December 12th - The Chicken Shack; Klamath Falls, OR + -

Come roll with us! No experience is necessary and transfer assistance will be available. Bring your family and friends to cheer you on while you try out a variety of hand cycles.

This is a great opportunity to try something new in a safe, supportive space and among a community of other wheelchair users.

More information:
To attend or volunteer for the event please reach out to Community Health Worker Hannah Rarick at Hannah@oregonsci.org.

Please register for this event so we know how many folks to expect.


Time – 2pm – 4pm
Location – The Chicken Shack; 3255 Washburn Way #3, Klamath Falls, OR 97603, United States

 

Sunday, December 20th - Jackson Creek Pizza Co; Medford, OR + -

Stay connected. Stay healthy.

Our Spinal Cord Injury Meet-ups are the perfect place to make new friends, reconnect with familiar faces, and share experiences in a supportive space.

Whether you’re living with a spinal cord injury, paralysis, or supporting someone who is — you’re welcome here.

We can’t wait to see you!


Time – 4pm – 6pm
Location – Jackson Creek Pizza Co.; 700 Biddle Rd, Medford, OR 97504

 

2026 Dates & Locations in Southern Oregon + -

If you have ideas or suggestions for accessible meeting places in the Southern Oregon area, please reach out to us at contact@oregonsci.org to let us know.

Salem Meet-ups

Tuesday, November 3rd - TBD + -

Stay connected. Stay healthy.

Our Spinal Cord Injury Meet-ups are the perfect place to make new friends, reconnect with familiar faces, and share experiences in a supportive space.

Community health workers will be there to share information about COVID-19 vaccination opportunities in the metro area and answer any questions you might have.

Whether you’re living with a spinal cord injury, paralysis, or supporting someone who is — you’re welcome here.

We can’t wait to see you!


Time – 6pm – 9pm
Location – Gilgamesh Brewing: The River; 370 S Main St, Independence, OR 97351, United States

Tuesday, December 1st - Gilgamesh Brewing: The River + -

Stay connected. Stay healthy.

Our Spinal Cord Injury Meet-ups are the perfect place to make new friends, reconnect with familiar faces, and share experiences in a supportive space.

Community health workers will be there to share information about COVID-19 vaccination opportunities in the metro area and answer any questions you might have.

Whether you’re living with a spinal cord injury, paralysis, or supporting someone who is — you’re welcome here.

We can’t wait to see you!


Time – 6pm – 9pm
Location – Gilgamesh Brewing: The River; 370 S Main St, Independence, OR 97351, United States

2026 Dates & Locations in Salem + -
  • Tuesday, January 7, 2026 – Gilgamesh Brewing – The Campus
  • Tuesday, February 4, 2026 – Gilgamesh Brewing – The Campus
  • Tuesday, March 4, 2026 – Gilgamesh Brewing – The Campus
  • Tuesday, April 7, 2026 – Gilgamesh Brewing – The River
  • Tuesday, May 5, 2026 – FTWD Brewing
  • Tuesday, June 2, 2026 – Gilgamesh Brewing – The Campus
  • Tuesday, July 7, 2026 – FTWD Brewing
  • Tuesday, August 4, 2026 – Gilgamesh Brewing – The River
  • Tuesday, September 1, 2026 – FTWD Brewing
  • Tuesday, October 6, 2026 – Gilgamesh Brewing – The River
  • Tuesday, November 3, 2026 – FTWD Brewing
  • Tuesday, December 1, 2026 – Gilgamesh Brewing – The River

If you have ideas or suggestions for accessible meeting places in the Salem area, please reach out to us at contact@oregonsci.org to let us know.

Encuentros en Español

Primer Miércoles cada mes - Encuentro Virtual + -

¡Manténgase conectado, manténgase saludable! Los encuentros son un excelente lugar para conocer nuevos amigos y ponerse al día con amigos.

 

Nuestros promotores de salud comunitarios estarán disponibles para brindar información sobre las oportunidades de vacunación contra el COVID-19 y responder preguntas. Nuestras reuniones están abiertas a cualquier persona afectada por lesiones medulares o parálisis.

 

¡Esperamos que te unas a nosotros!

 

Regístrese y únase a la reunión

 

¡Aprenda más sobre nuestras Encuentros de la Comunidad!

Contact us

Oregon Spinal Cord Injury Connection

6645 NE 78th Ct C6
Portland, OR 97217

Email: contact@oregonsci.org