The Amputee Coalition’s volunteer-led programs are at the core of our ability to effect change. The positive influence we can have on our own life journey is profound when we find a renewed sense of purpose in helping others.
Community Connections
Telling Your Story
Published 2/5/2020 – In this webinar, participants will learn tips about how to tell a simple, succinct, and compelling story with emotional impact and a call to action.
Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation, Saddle Brook, NJ
Kessler Institute, a pioneer in the field of medical rehabilitation, offers a comprehensive program of care and treatment to help …
Living Free
For many people, asking for help can be hard to do. It requires facing the reality of missing a limb, which can lead to difficult emotions like shame, grief and self-doubt. Accepting help can also fuel fears of becoming a burden, or losing your independence. But a visit from a peer visitor or another amputee can not only ease these fears, but it can also help you find the answers to questions you’re not even ready to ask yet.
Caregiver Resources
Certified Peer Visitor (CPV) Program
Free and Low-Cost Healthcare Resources
There are 140 healthcare facilities nationwide that may be a resource for you. Check out some of the details related to free and reduced-cost healthcare choices for you.
University of Maryland Rehabilitation & Orthopaedic Institute
The Amputee Rehabilitation Program at the University of Maryland Rehabilitation & Orthopaedic Institute provides comprehensive care for patients who have lost …