Stacy J.

Stacy J.

Age: 50

Location: Ohio

Injury or relation: C5, C6, C7 incomplete quadriplegic as a result of a diving accident at 20 years old. I use a wheelchair mostly, I can walk with crutches short distances.

Hobbies/Interests: hand cycling, kayaking, water skiing, watching documentaries, doing Bible study

Why did you become a peer mentor? When I was newly injured, I desperately wanted someone to talk to. I’d like to help anybody that would like to know what it’s like to walk this journey, and give them hope and help!

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