Created 04/2015 –
Although designed for fun and excitement, a trip to an amusement park can be challenging and frustrating for someone with limb loss. Each year, the Amputee Coalition’s National Limb Loss Resource Center receives reports from people with limb loss about parks denying them access to rides and other attractions. This fact sheet will provide you with information on what to consider, as a person with limb loss, before including an amusement park as part of your vacation plans.
Last updated 08/2019 –
For individuals who only need one shoe, there are many organizations that accept donations of single shoes in good condition and that may be able to assist in locating single shoes as well.
Last updated 03/2012 –
Support from a local amputee group is not always available. The following are online communication resources for amputees, caregivers, friends and family members of amputees who would like to communicate with others via Internet forums or e-mail lists.
Volume 21, Issue 1 January/February 2011 –
by Dan Conyers, CPO, and Pat Prigge, CP –
Your life has changed – you’ve lost an arm. Now what? What will you be able to do? How will others see you? Will life ever be “normal” again? While it is over- whelming to face so many unknowns, be reassured that there are many people and organizations that can help guide you and your family along the path of recovery and rehabilitation. Over the next 12 months, your life is likely to include several recurring themes: medical care, emotional challenges, prosthetic care, and occupational and physical therapy.
Last updated 01/2009 –
After your surgery, attention will be focused on care of the wound and maintenance of the residual limb.
Last updated 01/2008 –
Most congressional offices have full-time caseworkers, whose jobs consist of helping their constituents overcome challenges that arise with federal agencies and programs, such as Medicare, Social Security, and the Veterans Administration.
Last updated 2008 –
Where is your arm/leg? What happened to it? Did it break off? Be prepared to assist the child with an answer that is appropriate for his or her age or developmental level. Avoid giving children too much information, such as details about a complicated disease process or the amputation surgery.
Last updated 2/2008 –
AAOP (American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists): As a professional society of orthotists and prosthetists, the AAOP is dedicated to promoting professionalism and advancing the standards of patient care through education, literature, research, advocacy and collaboration.
Last updated 01/2008 –
Advocacy- (ad’vo’kas’e) n. Recommendation.—-1. Support and defense of a cause. 2. The act of pleading on behalf of another.
Educating consumers about how to advocate is a fundamental principle of the Amputee Coalition of America. Oftentimes, the policies of insurance companies and government agencies wind up accidentally excluding those who require the most help. That is where the Amputee Coalition comes into the picture. We bridge the gap, empowering amputees through education, support, and referral services. By getting the word out about viable options, the Amputee Coalition refers amputees and their concerned friends to the right organizations to get the assistance they need and deserve. In the event that the first attempt towards accomplishing goals or getting needs fulfilled fails, amputees must understand that there are other options. These are the steps we recommend to effective advocacy, whether acting on your own behalf or in the interest of a friend.
Last updated 2008 –
Know your legislator, his or her political party, committee assignments, the district, the voting record, and any known position or public statement on Amputee Coalition issues. A helpful Web site for locating this information is http://thomas.loc.gov/.
