DerbyCity Area Chapter of the National Spinal Cord Injury Association
ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION
The Derby City Area Chapter of the N.S.C.I.A. is a membership organization for individuals with spinal cord injuries, their families, and health professionals. Founded in 1984 as a Charter Member of the N.S.C.I.A., it was incorporated under IRS Section 501 (c) 3 as a not for profit organization. The Board of Directors consists of the Officers, Past President and the Board Members At Large.
*** OFFICERS
PRESIDENT David Allgood - (502) 589-6620
VICE PRESIDENT Adam Ford - (502) 425-2206
TREASURER Tom Stokes- (502) 957-5865
LIAISON TO FRAZIER INSTITUTE Jill Farmer
FUNDRAISING CHAIR Betty Perry—(502) 647-0368
CORRESPONDING SECRETARY/WEB MASTER Michael Feger- (502) 647-0368
PAST PRESIDENT Adam Ford- (502) 425-2206
BOARD MEMBERS AT LARGE-
Mike Perry Kelly Young
NSCIA DERBY CITY CHAPTER NEWSLETTER
Editor- Barbara Davis Contributor- David Allgood
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The Derby City Area Chapter newsletter is brought to you through the generous support of Frazier Rehab Institute.
be on-board with you at all times, and you needn't be concerned about mishandling in the airplane baggage department. Let your batteries travel in the cargo after being boxed and labeled. New wheelchair batteries are also essential if you're taking a power chair. The airlines love gel cells. But the manufacturers tend to pack them to resemble a suspicious looking package, so get used to being searched. (Source: Global Access - A Network for Disabled Travelers)
Traveling can be a tiring experience even if you're in the best of health. If you require medication, take extra bottles along and a written prescription from your doctor. Also, taking along an able-bodied friend or attendant will make your trip a lot smoother, especially if you plan to use rental cars and hand controls aren't available. If your disability requires a lot of personal care, don't travel with anyone who is not familiar with your needs. (Source: Global Access - A Network for Disabled Travelers)
With proper planning, traveling with oxygen can be accomplished comfortably and safely. Simply make your arrangements well in advance and be willing to take the extra time to confirm details prior to your trip. All U.S. airlines require a doctor's letter for traveling with oxygen since the FAA requires a physician's statement of your oxygen needs in order to fly on a commercial airline. You cannot bring your own oxygen on board, you must use airline-supplied oxygen. Requirements vary from carrier to carrier but all require that arrangements are made in advance and all charge for in-flight oxygen. Some airlines require only 48 hours advance notice, while others require seven-day notice. Additionally, many airlines charge for oxygen either by flight (with each time you change planes being considered a separate flight) or by the amount of oxygen used. So, if possible it is better and can be less expensive to take a direct flight. Also, airlines don't provide oxygen for in-terminal use. These arrangements must be made separately. But it is important to note that some first-aid stations in airports do have oxygen available. To make arrangements for oxygen at your destination, start with your local oxygen dealer. National chains usually can assist by contacting their other offices in your destination to make the arrangements, and because many local dealers belong to a network of oxygen providers, most can assist with the arrangements. For more information on traveling with oxygen, contact the American Lung Association at: 1740 Broadway, New York, NY 10019-4374, Phone: 1-800-586-4872 (Source: Access-Able Travel Source)
