Caregiving, Courage, and the Open Road: Sandy Gilbreath’s Journey Raising a Son with Spinal Muscular Atrophy

What does life look like when motherhood, caregiving, advocacy, and adventure all intersect? On this episode of Walk and Roll Live – Disability Stories, host Doug Vincent and co-host Addie Rich welcome Sandy Gilbreath — blogger, travel influencer, caregiver, and mother to Cory, who lives with Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). Sandy shares her deeply personal journey of raising a child with a disability while navigating the emotional realities of caregiving, single parenthood, and resilience. From the moment she learned Cory’s diagnosis to building a life filled with purpose, travel, and advocacy, Sandy’s story is both raw and inspiring. You’ll also hear about her work with My Sandy Trail, her involvement with Travel Unity Alliance, the impact of the accessible travel blog Curb Free with Cory Lee, and why she created the Caregiving Mom’s Refresh Retreat to help other mothers recharge and find community. This conversation explores grief, hope, strength, and the power of finding joy and adventure—even in the most challenging circumstances. If you’re a caregiver, parent of a child with a disability, or someone looking for inspiration and perspective, this episode will resonate deeply. Walk and Roll Live – Disability Stories… Life, Limitless.