Behind the Scenes of Modeling Magic
June 26, 2025
Last year, I was able to experience events that I never thought were possible, especially for someone like me, a black disabled woman. Not only was I... Read More
Voices from the Community
Our blog offers stories from the community, updates from the Reeve Foundation, and breaking news on research.
The opinions expressed in these blogs are the author’s own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation.
Father's Day
June 13, 2025
This year, I have the privilege of celebrating my first Father’s Day. My daughter was born on May 29th, and as I write this, we are still in the... Read More
A Not-So-Mystical Guide to Happiness
June 12, 2025
Recently, I read an article about how to be happy in your “senior” years. Putting aside the fact that I am, in fact, in that phase of my life, I... Read More.png)
Accessible Playtime
June 12, 2025
I had a few concerns coming into parenthood. I say “concerns” instead of “fears” because I don’t think there’s a problem I can’t DIY or... Read More.png)
A Conversation With Myself
June 11, 2025
If I rolled into the hospital room of my 51-year-old just-paralyzed self, I would be met with two opposing reactions. Then-Allen would first smile,... Read More.png)
Auditioning for Nessarose: A Step Toward Disability Representation
June 11, 2025
Back in August 2022, I had the incredible opportunity to audition for the role of Nessarose in the WICKED movie. At that time, I was signed to an... Read More
Ponce y la accesibilidad: una ciudad que empieza a rodar para todos
June 10, 2025
Ponce, la Perla del Sur, es una ciudad vibrante, llena de historia, cultura y belleza arquitectónica. Desde su emblemática Plaza Las Delicias hasta... Read More
Mobility and Moving – A Minefield Downsizing
June 9, 2025
It sounds so orderly and streamlined, right? But as a quadriplegic who recently downsized after 20 years of living in the same place, I can attest... Read More.png)
Mind, Body, and Soul
May 7, 2025
As a woman with a disability, I often face unique health challenges that can be overlooked in broader discussions about our health. For those of us... Read MoreThe opinions expressed in these blogs are the author's own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation.