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My name is Garrison Redd and I am a Motivational Speaker, model, athlete/Paralympian, entrepreneur, and most of all an advocate for equal rights. I founded an organization called “TheGarrisonReddProject” with an essential goal of bettering the well-being of disabled individuals through a variety of methods. I provide free resources and services in the areas of advice, motivation, inspiration, health, and many other areas in order to improve the quality of living for disabled individuals.
I played various sports growing up such as boxing, basketball, baseball, and football. In football, I was a standout running back from youth football up until high school. I received various awards and accolades.
Going into my senior year at James Madison High School, I was outside on an ordinary summer night, when I was shot in my back. The bullet burned the nerves surrounding the t12 section of my spine, which left me unable to walk. Instead of feeling sorry for myself or depressed, I decided to triumph through the face of adversity. Most people would’ve felt that their life was coming to an end however, I felt like my life was just beginning. At 17 years old after this catastrophic injury had occurred to me, I wasn’t discouraged, because it made me into a different man. It made me think about the bigger picture. It made me think that maybe I was put here to inspire everyone from the youth to the elderly, which I am now on a journey to achieve.
Fast forward to present time, I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Finance from York College. I am currently training for team USA para powerlifting with aspirations of winning a gold medal at the 2020 Olympics in Tokyo. I am a seasoned motivational speaker and I did a Ted Talk which is titled “Life is like Lemonade”, where I discuss some of the adversities I faced on my journey to success. I founded a nonprofit organization called TheGarrisonReddProject with a mission to raise awareness for disabled individuals along with promoting self-confidence.
TheGarrisonReddProject provides individuals with assistance in the community, the workplace, transportation, education and any other issues individuals may be experiencing. We also host fundraisers and charitable events to provide accessible equipment to individuals who are unable to afford certain items which will improve their quality of life such as wheelchairs, walkers, crutches and plenty other medical devices. TheGarrisonReddProject provides motivational and inspirational speeches to everyone on a variety of topics. Ultimately TheGarrisonReddProject has one goal in mind and that is “to make to this world more inclusive”.
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After being diagnosed with quadriplegia I have made it a part of my life to remain physically active and be an advocate for SCI. I was a part of a wheelchair basketball team that won the national championship in 2016 and I founded an organization called Push Push Pray to assists individuals with catastrophic spinal cord injuries.
I look forward to sharing what I know and also learning what I don’t to help improve the quality of life for all!
So, I believe I have some things in common with the members of this group. I’m interested in hearing everyone’s experiences.
I've come a long way since my injury, overcome many obstacles and have achieved many milestones. I currently volunteer as a Reeve Certified Peer Mentor for the Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation, but I want to do much more.
Since my injury, my one month in ICU and three months at inpatient rehab, I have gone through rehab at home, outpatient rehab, a three-month program at a neuro- specific gym called REACT. I drive myself, I travel with my wife and two boys (ages 6 and 10). I have gone back to work a couple of times, but I'm currently unemployed and looking for a job that will fit my new lifestyle.
I hope to bring to the group anything I can from what I've gained through my experiences. I also hope to learn from others. More specifically, I'd love to learn of others' experiences as it pertains to professional career, public speaking, blogging, etc.
Though I feel like I've made great strides throughout my country over the past 4 1/2 years, I also know I have a long way to go.
As his primary care giver, I have many questions and am looking forward to participating in this forum.
Injury or relation: Spinal cord injury, T11 due to a gun-shot wound when I was 16 years old (1984).
Hobbies/Interests: Playing Chess, competing in poker tournaments, traveling to places I’ve never been before, participating in family-related activities, learning things, boating, jet skiing, snowmobiling, target shooting, motorcycling, kayaking, horseback riding. I am also into anything related to the power of the human mind (e.g. personal growth & development) and power of the human touch (e.g. reiki and massage).
Why did you become a peer mentor? I became a peer mentor because I know what’s it like to live in this world with a disability, and to deal with other people who have a lack of empathy and compassion. I understand what’s it like to lose yourself and to feel worthless and a burden to others. I can relate to people who are losing hope as I, myself, tried to commit suicide. I can also relate to family members and friends of people with a disability because I’ve seen my entire family and friends impacted as well because of how my life has changed since my injury.
I also volunteer overseas (mainly Philippines - online and in person) helping my fellow PWD (People With Disabilities) improve their lives through public speaking and mentoring.
Facebook Account - I have been inactive on social media since January 2018 but still active on Facebook Messenger.
Christopher Reeves Foundation - I'm also one of the Peer Mentor for Christopher Reeve Foundation.
I had a skim boarding accident at the beach in sunny South Florida which left me immediately paralyzed from the neck down just after turning 19. This life with paralysis may not be as glamorous as the life you pictured yourself living but it is still life and can be just as beautiful and fulfilling as long as you approach it with an open mind, positive outlook and a rock solid mentality!
I'm here to help any and everyone with anything I possibly can! So please don't hesitate to reach out with any questions, comments or concerns you may have!
I’m Kelly Lamb and the girlfriend to Jon David. He is a C5/C6 incomplete quad of 6 years. We live in Little Rock, AR. I got involved with the Reeve Foundation 5 years ago when I started running marathons and fundraising for them. And they have become our amazing extended family!