Here’s how you can help right now:
Whether it was a phone call that got you through a hard moment, a connection that reminded you you’re not alone, or a resource that helped you navigate life after limb loss or limb difference—your experience is what can keeps the Amputee Coalition and the National Limb Loss Resource Center alive.
Public Forum – May 6, 2025
Frequently Asked Questions From the Public Forums
Should I call now, later, or when should I call?
We are timing these actions with precision. If you are compelled to reach out now, especially if you have a relationship with your Congressional members, please do so and loop us in by emailing advocacy@amputee-coalition.org.
These public forums are intentionally scheduled to lead into the moment of activation, which we anticipate being in the week of May 19th.
When contacting members of Congress, what should I ask for?
Support and fund the Limb Loss Resource Center under the Administration for Community Living (ACL) at the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).
Why is there a plan on cutting funding to the resource center? What justification has been given?
No rationale for the elimination has been shared. There are no other national supports or funding for the services offered through the National Limb Loss Resource Center. Thus, the reason we are leaning into fighting for the National Limb Loss Resource Center funding to continue.
Who will see my story when I share it and how will it be used?
In a few ways:
- In these public forums;
- In summary to support the value of specific programs and services;
- In focused ways to share the value of the National Limb Loss Resource Center with individual members of Congress
Do you have any strategy around certain states and districts?
There are specific members of Congress who are responsible for drafting the budget and who will be key champions moving forward. We continue to focus our outreach and may reach out to some of you individually who are in key districts.
However, we know that all voices are needed, that all voices matter, and all support is needed, which is why we are asking everyone to share their story and make connections. This includes caregivers, family and friends, neighbors, healthcare providers, Prosthetists and Orthotists, O&P researchers.
What does the timeline look like for future action?
These public forums (today and last Tuesday on April 29th) were intentionally scheduled in preparation for making calls and contacting your members of Congress.
With the information we have now, we anticipate the best time to contact your members of Congress will be the week of May 19th, however, updates are always available in our newsletter and on our AC Funding Updates webpage.
