Whether it's your first time participating in Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month or you're a seasoned advocate, our collective efforts are significant in raising awareness for the over 5.6 million Americans affected by limb loss and limb difference. April...
Cass Isidro Highlights Limb Loss and Limb Difference on Coffee with America
Our President and CEO, Cass Isidro recently spoke with Sasha Rionda on Coffee with America to highlight Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month. Cass had the opportunity to share about the Amputee Coalition’s programs and services, how to contact the National...
Celebrating the Strength of Our Community: #WeThrive Stories
April marks a significant time for the limb loss and limb difference community as we come together to raise awareness, share our stories, and celebrate our resilience. At the Amputee Coalition, we are proud to highlight the remarkable journeys of our community members...
Join Us in Celebrating Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month!
The Amputee Coalition is excited to announce the start of Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness, promoting acceptance, and celebrating our community. We encourage you to join us in spreading awareness about what it’s like...
March AC News Flash
In this segment of the AC News Flash, Cass Isidro outlines the Amputee Coalition's newly released prevalence study, highlights the 2024 ACNC conference registration now open, and talks about April's Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month for the community to...
2024 Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month is Fast Approaching!
With only two weeks remaining until the highly-anticipated start of Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month (LLLDAM), there's never been a more opportune time to unite and rally support for our incredible community. Throughout April, many opportunities exist to...
Prioritizing Public Policy Issues for the Amputee Coalition in 2024
As we embark on a new year, the Amputee Coalition is actively seeking your input to shape its focus on public policy issues in 2024. Your valuable ratings on the following policy areas will play a crucial role in guiding the Coalition's strategic priorities and...
Participate in Your State Recognizing April as Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month
By Ryan Geddie, Government Relations Specialist It may still be 2023, but today marks the beginning of our 2024 campaign to have April recognized as Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month. Due to different submission deadlines in states, with some states...
We Matter: Regional Ambassador Jean Mwale Advocates for Change on Capitol Hill
By Jewel Connelly, Communications Specialist Having lived most of her life as an able-bodied person, Jean Mwale has witnessed both sides—before and after amputation. Like many others, she is experiencing firsthand the physical challenges and insurance...
April is Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month – VA News Guest Post by John Register
Editor's Note: The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs helped us celebrate Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month in April. VA News published this article by Amputee Coalition Executive Board Chair John Register to help spread the word. It appears here with...