Moving Forward to Make a Difference
We at Kessler Foundation envision a world where people with disabilities can achieve the greatest possible independence, pursue integrated, competitive employment, and live with dignity within our communities. Through groundbreaking research and innovative grantmaking, we advance recovery and foster independence to build a more inclusive and accessible world.
Our team of award-winning scientists develop and test novel interventions to transform care and optimize mobility, cognition, and quality of life for people with traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, stroke, multiple sclerosis, autism, and other neurological and developmental disabilities. By analyzing community and workforce participation, developing evidence-based solutions, and funding impactful community initiatives that expand employment opportunities, we address barriers to inclusion for people with disabilities.
With the support of our generous donors and research participants, we are redefining what’s possible in rehabilitation care and recovery.
Rewiring Hope: Breakthroughs in Spinal Cord Recovery
What if the key to spinal cord recovery lies in the legacy of a superhero? In this inspiring episode, Steven Kirshblum, MD, Chief Medical Officer of Kessler Foundation—renowned for treating Christopher Reeve—joins us to explore the revolutionary strides being made in spinal cord rehabilitation. Tune in to hear how our Tim and Caroline Reynolds Center for Spinal Stimulation is transforming lives and why the future of spinal cord treatment has never looked brighter.
Expert Insights for Supporting College Students on the Autism Spectrum
The transition to higher education can be overwhelming—especially for students on the autism spectrum. This episode breaks down practical strategies, campus resources, and real-world tips to build confidence, independence, and success.
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Fall Fest 2025: A Celebration of Inclusion
Sunday, September 21, 2025 | 12 PM – 3 PM
Kessler Campus, 1199 Pleasant Valley Way, West Orange, NJ
Join us for Fall Fest 2025, a vibrant celebration of accessibility, inclusion, and community! This annual event brings together people with disabilities, their caregivers, and supporters for an unforgettable afternoon of fun, food, and friendship—all in support of life-changing rehabilitation research and employment initiatives.
Fighting Fatigue: New Frontiers in Multiple Sclerosis Research
Explore the science of MS-related fatigue with experts John DeLuca, PhD, and Brian Sandroff, PhD, of Kessler Foundation. Learn how cognitive behavioral therapy and activities like gardening can help manage symptoms.
Kessler Foundation SCI Navigator Program
The SCI Navigator Program at Kessler Foundation provides a free, dedicated resource for individuals with spinal cord injury and their families.
nTIDE July 2025 Jobs Report: Employment of People with Disabilities Holds Steady…Again
National Trends in Disability Employment (nTIDE) – Issued monthly by Kessler Foundation and the University of New Hampshire
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Your support maximizes recovery, independence, and inclusion for people with disabilities. Thanks to you, a new study combines spinal stimulation and gait training to improve outcomes for people with traumatic brain injury.
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