LETZGLOWBRITE. Four years and four months into my journey adapting as a Quadruple amputee. Without the support of my loved ones, motivating me and encouraging me to listen to my body.
Shannon Allen
SURVIVOR OF SORTS! :). Obstacles are opportunities for growth and perseverance! In 2007 I tried to take my life by chainsaw cutting my left hand off full of chemicals, no hope and begging to die thankfully I was sparred! I struggled an additional 14 years with...
Don’t Miss Out: Scholarships Available for ACNC2024!
The Amputee Coalition is thrilled to extend a special opportunity to individuals with limb loss and/or limb difference to attend the highly anticipated 2024 National Conference, themed "Celebrating Connection." In our quest to foster inclusivity and empower every...
Lance Colie
CHANGED, BUT NOT DIMINISHED. April 15, 2024 - It was a sunny day in August, 2006 when I discovered a sizeable lump in my upper left thigh, along my groin. I was 50 years old. Biopsy surgery in late November revealed a rare Liposarcoma (cancer), stage 3. I then...
Mitchell Lee Kantor
A LONG JOURNEY. My name is Molly Kantor. I’m the daughter of an amputee. My father Mitchell Lee Kantor became an amputee on October 3, 2023. He lost his right leg due to sepsis and infection and also diabetes. He’s in the middle of waiting to hear about virtual visits...
Rachel Handler
THRIVING WITH EVEN MORE TO GIVE. Happy limb loss/limb difference awareness month! I’m so proud to be part of this resilient community. The day of my accident was the worst day of my life, but losing my leg was not the worst thing to happen to me. The worst thing is...
Scott Martin
SOCCER RATS. At the age of 12 and playing Little League baseball, our coach invited a friend and former major league baseball player to one of our practices. In the days leading up to the player’s arrival, our coach only told us that the man had played in the outfield...
Amputee Coalition Launches New Virtual Young Adult Support Group
Mark your calendar and join our monthly young adult support group! Are you or do you know a young adult between the ages of 18 and 30 who has experienced limb loss or limb difference? We invite you to join our supportive community and connect with others in your stage...
Engage with Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month: We Dare You!
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...
Employment Council Meeting: LLLDAM and Disability Awareness and Training in the Workplace (Continued)
April’s Employment Council Meeting focused on Limb Loss Limb Difference Awareness Month (LLLDAM) and a continued discussion of disability awareness and training in the workplace. Workforce Development Manager, Trenaya Reid and Workforce Development Volunteer, Paula...