What happens on Friday, November 17, 2023? This Friday, November 17, is the day the short-term funding bill for all federal agencies is set to expire. What does this mean? The US Congress is creating the federal government’s budget through appropriation bills for the...
Mark your calendar for November 28th to support the Amputee Coalition. We invite you to join us as together, we make a difference in the lives of those living with limb loss or limb difference. Giving Tuesday takes place the Tuesday after Thanksgiving and is a day for...
In this edition of the AC News Flash, President and CEO Cass Isidro conveys appreciation for a remarkable year of accomplishments and the exponential growth of our organization. The resounding praise we've received from the National Conference and around the impact of...
Life can present us with unexpected challenges and hurdles, some of which may include physical disabilities or limb loss. Coping with these changes and reintegrating into the workforce can be daunting. That's where vocational rehabilitation is a valuable resource to...
Hear from President and CEO Cass Isidro and Board Chair John Register as they discuss the various resources, referral information, and support programs offered by the Amputee Coalition to help individuals with limb loss and limb difference. Through the...
Do you have 10 minutes to participate in a survey for a chance to win a $10 Amazon gift card? If you are a person living with limb loss/limb difference or your child is part of the community, we invite you to take a survey about your participation in physical activity...
By Trenaya Reid, Workforce Development Manager During the month of October, the Amputee Coalition’s Workforce Development Program (and Youth Engagement Program WDP) celebrates National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM). This month, we celebrate workers...
In this edition of the AC News Flash, Cass Isidro, President and CEO, is joined by Henry, an active member of the Youth Engagement Program (YEP) and a long-time attendee of Youth Camp. Henry and Cass discuss the success of the 2023 Youth Camp, which brought together...
If you were unable to attend last Thursday’s webinar, we highly encourage you to go back and watch the Sepsis Awareness Month wrap up recording. Co-led by Vala Hallgrimson and Katy Grainger, both sepsis survivors and advocates, this in-depth webinar provided valuable...
Finding a job or switching careers can be a challenge so we’d like to equip you with some resources to make the task a little easier! Our Workforce Development webinars continue the first week of October and we invite you to take advantage of these free educational...