Kessler Foundation

March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month. At Kessler Foundation, we are committed to advancing research that improves the quality of life for people with disabilities. Through innovation, collaboration, and discovery, our work helps create more opportunities for inclusion, independence, and meaningful participation in everyday life. This month—and every month—we celebrate the strengths, contributions, and voices of people with developmental disabilities while continuing to work toward a more inclusive future for all. Visit the link below to learn more: kesslerfoundation.org/research/autism

🧡 March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month! At Kessler Foundation, we recognize and celebrate the strength, talents, and contributions of people with developmental disabilities. Through innovative research and community partnerships, we work to expand opportunities, promote inclusion, and improve quality of life. Join us in raising awareness and celebrating this community. Comment an orange heart 🧡 to show your support!

🎙️ In the News Michele Pignatello, Chief Development Officer and Vice President of Development and Communications at Kessler Foundation, recently spoke with Radio LoRa Switzerland about our mission to improve the quality of life for people with disabilities through discovery, innovation, and research. Listen to the interview here: soundcloud.com/kesslerfoundat…

🎙️ In an interview with Radio LoRa Switzerland, Dr. Trevor Dyson-Hudson discusses the growing importance of aging with spinal cord injury—including later onset, chronic pain, and other health conditions that may develop over time. As the average age of SCI onset has increased from 29 in the 1970s to 44 today, understanding the long-term needs of this community has become a key clinical and research priority. Listen now: soundcloud.com/kesslerfoundat…

🧠 March is Brain Injury Awareness Month. At Kessler Foundation, research and storytelling help amplify the voices of people living with brain injury. After sustaining a traumatic brain injury, Cheryl Green found a powerful way to reclaim her voice through creative storytelling and an unexpected turn to comedy. 🎧 Listen to “Who Am I to Stop It? Letting Your Personal Story Shine Through Art” and explore the power of resilience and recovery. You can listen here: soundcloud.com/kesslerfoundat…

We are proud to share United Spinal Association’s Work Readiness Program for wheelchair users. This 8-session virtual series, in partnership with Allsup, helps participants build job search skills—from resume writing and LinkedIn to navigating disability disclosure and workplace accommodations. 📅 Starts March 17 🗓 Every 3rd Tuesday ⏰ 1:00 PM ET Sign up via the link here: l.feathr.co/workreadiness #DisabilityEmployment #WheelchairUsers #WorkReadiness #InclusiveWorkplace

Join us for the next #nTIDE Lunch & Learn on Mar. 6! Helen Genova, PhD, of #KesslerFoundation will discuss strength-based programs supporting employment for neurodivergent young adults. Register today: iod.unh.edu/event/2026/03/… #DisabilityEmployment #AutismAcceptance #KesslerChangingLives

Join us for the next #nTIDE Lunch & Learn on Mar. 6! Helen Genova, PhD, of #KesslerFoundation will discuss strength-based programs supporting employment for neurodivergent young adults. Register today: iod.unh.edu/event/2026/03/… #DisabilityEmployment #AutismAcceptance #KesslerChangingLives

At Kessler Foundation, we’re transforming lives through groundbreaking rehabilitation research that improves mobility, cognition, independence, and opportunity for people with disabilities. ✨ Whether you… 🔹 Participate in a research study 🔹 Make a gift 🔹 Share our mission to raise awareness across your community Every breakthrough starts with people like you! Get involved via the link below. l.feathr.co/getinvolvedKF

Multiple Sclerosis doesn’t stand still, and neither can research. At Kessler Foundation, researchers use cutting-edge neuroimaging, robotics, exercise and behavioral science to understand how MS changes over time. These insights help us design smarter, more personalized rehabilitation that supports people with MS at every stage of their journey. Learn more about our MS research: l.feathr.co/MSResearch

Carla Basante, who lives with multiple sclerosis, has participated in 12 studies at Kessler Foundation. In her latest study, she trained in a robotic exoskeleton to improve mobility and cognition. The work was physically and mentally demanding, but it strengthened her balance, gait, and confidence with benefits that continued at home. For Carla, research participation isn’t just personal, it’s her way of helping others living with MS live more fully. Learn more about our open MS studies: l.feathr.co/MSResearch

At Kessler Foundation, we’re redefining what’s possible for people living with Multiple Sclerosis. Our scientists lead innovative research to address cognitive impairment, fatigue, mobility challenges, and the emotional impact of MS, all with the goal of improving overall well-being and quality of life. Interested in learning more? Explore our MS study opportunities and see if you qualify today. Visit the link below: l.feathr.co/MSResearch

Happy Valentine’s Day from all of us at Kessler Foundation! 💖 Today we’re sending a huge heartfelt THANK YOU to our incredible supporters, donors, research participants, and volunteers. 🌟 Your curiosity and belief in our mission help drive groundbreaking rehabilitation research and expand opportunities for people with disabilities. #KesslerChangingLives

Kessler Foundation President & CEO Rodger DeRose joined host Jen Gudet on Vital Signs to discuss how rehabilitation research is redefining recovery after injury and illness. The conversation highlights life-changing research at Kessler Foundation that promotes functional recovery, improves outcomes and quality of life, and breaks down barriers to inclusion and employment for people with disabilities. 🎥 Watch Vital Signs featuring Rodger DeRose:l.feathr.co/RDVitalSigns

February 2026 #nTIDE Report saw a slight dip but continued near-record employment levels for people with disabilities last month: kesslerfoundation.org/press-release/… #JobsReport @DisabilityStats #KesslerFdn

🔬✨ Happy International Day of Women and Girls in Science! Today we celebrate the women and girls whose curiosity, leadership, and innovation drive scientific discovery, including the incredible women advancing research at Kessler Foundation. 💙 Their work is shaping the future of rehabilitation science and expanding opportunities for people with disabilities every day. Visit the link below to learn more! l.feathr.co/aboutresearch #WomenInScience #KesslerChangingLives

On 1/24, Kessler Foundation spoke with the support group at The Maressa Center for MS Wellness 🧡 Irene shared info on who we are and MS research studies that are actively recruiting. Learn more: l.feathr.co/MSresearchstud… Thanks @themaressacenter !

New to our profile? We are one of the nation’s leading nonprofits in rehabilitation and disability research, and a powerful champion for inclusion, independence, and opportunity for people with disabilities. We exist to improve quality of life for people living with physical and cognitive disabilities. Through rigorous scientific research, innovative interventions, and strategic grant-making, we work to help individuals regain function, confidence, and independence. Thank you for following our journey! Learn more via the link below. kesslerfoundation.org/about-us

January is International Quality of Life Month, a perfect time to highlight how disability rehabilitation research transforms lives. At Kessler Foundation, our scientists work to maximize function, mobility, and cognition for people with disabilities. Explore how our research is improving quality of life via the link below. kesslerfoundation.org/research/about… #KesslerChangingLives

January is International Quality of Life Month, a perfect time to highlight how disability rehabilitation research transforms lives. At Kessler Foundation, our scientists work to maximize function, mobility, and cognition for people with disabilities. Explore how our research is improving quality of life via the link in our bio. kesslerfoundation.org/research/about… #KesslerChangingLives