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Buffalo’s Natalie Barnhard leaves a legacy of hope

Natalie Barnhard-Castrogiovanni turned a devastating accident into a movement that changed lives across Western New York. After a spinal cord injury left her paralyzed, she realized Buffalo lacked the resources people needed for recovery. So, she built them herself—founding the Motion Project Foundation and later opening a center that offers cutting-edge rehab and support. Her work didn’t stop there; she fought for disability rights on Capitol Hill and inspired countless others to believe in possibility, not limitation. How has Natalie’s story or the Motion Project touched your life or someone you know? Let’s celebrate her impact together. #Safety #Buffalo #DisabilityAdvocacy