Road to Recovery
The purpose of the Road to Recovery (R2R) program is to provide qualifying recipients with block grants for therapy and/or equipment or resources as well as dedicated mentoring supporting individuals with SCI. The grant and mentoring services are designed to enable an individual to continue to pursue their recovery, specifically those who have received or experienced minimal amounts of therapy following discharge from their rehab, though we prioritize recipients who don't have the financial resources to pursue their goals.
Individuals who have been living with their SCI for a longer period of time are also welcome to apply for these grants to help them in their continued journey for recovery, health, and overall quality of life.
Available funding falls into four categories: 1) Home Exercise Equipment 2) Mental Health Services 3) Adaptations for Home or Vehicles and 4) Specialized Exercise Therapy/Rehabilitation
All R2R applications are reviewed by NorCal SCI's Board of Directors and will be responded to via e-mail within 30 days. NorCal SCI may contact the applicants by video conferencing to better understand the individual's needs and the best way NorCal SCI can support the applicant.
Maximum grant awarded is $2,500 when funds are available.
***Please note that once a grant has been submitted to our team for review, the applicant is not eligible for another Road to Recovery grant for 24 months after the board decision, regardless our approval or denial***
Applicants must be a legal resident in Northern California and possess a positive attitude and a desire to maximize their recovery.
To be considered, the applicant must provide the following:
A detailed description of the extent of their respective injury or injuries including the date and how it occurred.
Their goals for recovery from injury, identifying the specific manner in which NorCal SCI can help achieve the goals.
A budget that outlines all costs in detail.
NorCal SCI can also assist in structuring a plan to maximize the potential recovery program.
In order to receive any funding, program participants may be required to produce proof of income and a letter from their doctor validating their condition. NorCal SCI expects the participants to provide photos and reports on their progress so this can be shared with donors and supporters.
The provider of services or equipment shall invoice NorCal SCI for all therapies, treatments, equipment or other approved expenses in detail within 90 days. Checks are never written to an individual participant. The provider of services or equipment shall be paid directly by NorCal SCI.
Applicants must complete the online application below.
Meet Brandon Ede from Clovis, one of the fortunate recipients of our Road to Recovery Grants. Brandon was able to use his funding towards a specialized car lift to transport his power wheelchair.
“On behalf of Brandon, myself and our family I want to thank you so much for the generous support from NorCal SCI. The ability to add a lift to our vehicle for Brandon's power chair has opened so many possibilities for Brandon. Receiving the grant literally split our out of pocket expenses in half allowing us the ability to focus finances towards additional therapy options such as Active Release Therapy which is not covered by his insurance.
We are so grateful that we have connected with NorCal SCI. You are all doing incredibly awesome work and I hope you know you are very appreciated.”
- Jodi Baker (mother)