David Puckett, CPO is in the running for CNN HERO

David Puckett, CPO is in the running for CNN HERO
Home ACA Names New Editor and Senior Editor Knoxville, TN. -- Rick Bowers and Bill Dupes, employees in the Publications Department of the Amputee Coalition of America (ACA), have been promoted to editor and senior editor, respectively. Shark-Attack Survivor Accepts National “Free Spirit” Honor Bethany Hamilton, a shark-attack survivor who overcame the loss of her left arm to return to the sport of surfing, has been acclaimed as a 2004 Free Spirit honoree. ADVOCACY UPDATE: Massachusetts Parity Bill ADVOCACY UPDATE: Estimate of Number of Persons Living with Limb Loss in NY State “The Best Thing in the World” Raised in a small, supportive community, Jaymie Kraus didn’t learn about the adversities and opportunities of people with limb differences until she became an adult Colorado - Prosthetic and Orthotic Adult Benefit Summary Providing Medicaid coverage for prosthetics saves money for states Massachusetts Financial Impact Statement for Prosthetic Coverage Review and evaluation of proposed legislation to mandate coverage for certain prosthetic devices: H. 837 Colorado - Prosthetic and Orthotic Adult Benefit Full Report Providing Medicaid coverage for prosthetics saves money for states. NY Parity Bill introduced to NY Senate & Assembly If we are to get these bills passed in this and other states we have to make a bigger noise than other groups also looking for mandates! APPLL Update: State Parity - May/June 2005 inMotion Bidding Demonstration: Setting the Record Straight for Prosthetic Consumers Do's and Don'ts of A Legislative Visit Steps to Effective Advocacy How Can I Get Help From My Congressional Representatives? ADVOCACY NEWS: Licensure vs. Certification: How It Can Affect You! Computerized Limb Coverage: A Letter to Practitioners and Bibliography The American Orthotic and Prosthetic Association (AOPA) has joined together with manufacturers of myoelectric and computerized devices, and beneficiary representatives, to work on reversing certain imprudent medical policies regarding coverage of these de The Power of Peers This article looks at the importance of peers in providing guidance and emotional support when faced with an amputation. Peer Visitor Support of Recent U.S. Military Amputees This article takes a look at the peer visitation program in place at the Amputee Center at Walter Reed Army Medical Center. Facing Amputation Surgery: The Value of Peer Contact This article talks about the value of peer support for amputees. Funding Raising for Your Support Group This fact sheet discusses support group member involvement in fundraising. Ideas for different types of fundraisers are included as well. Starting a Support Group: The Basics Starting a support group is a responsibility, a challenge, and a very meaningful experience. This fact sheet offers a listing of some basic steps needed to start a support group. Steps were compiled from successful support groups and organizations all ove Understanding ACA's Peer Network This fact sheet offers an explanation of ACA's national peer network. Details covered include the network's purpose and how it works, as well as the required training for peer visitors. Giving Back - Couples Who Peer Visit This article takes a brief look at couples that do peer visitation as part of the Amputee Coalition of America's National Peer Network. When Your Support Group Needs Support This article takes a brief look at resources for support groups. You Don't Have to Deal With Amputation Alone This article takes a brief look at the Amputee Coalition of America's National Peer Network. Peer Contact for Parents of Children with Congenital Amputation Karen Neimanas discusses the role of peer visitor when parents are confronted with the birth of a child with a congenital limb difference. Notes from the medical director: first and foremost, listen!: lessons learned from mentors and peer visitors Doug Smith, ACA Medical Director, discusses the important role that mentors can play in our lives and how a peer visitor can become a mentor. Communicator: Newsletter for amputee support group leaders This site contains links to both HTML and PDF versions of the Communicator newsletter published for amputee support group leaders. On-line communication resources for those with limb loss Resources for amputees or family members of amputees who would like to communicate with other amputees via Internet bulletin boards or e-mail lists. APPLL Executive Summary Learn about ACA's Action Plan for Persons with Limb Loss (APPLL) Advocating For Your Child ACA Announces New Publication for Parents The Amputee Coalition of America (ACA) is proud to announce the release of Expectations: Parenting Children and Teens With Limb Differences. This 36-page resource guide addresses some of the issues parents face after giving birth to a baby with a limb dif Cancer Was The Easy Part ACA Names New Staff Writer ACA announces the appointment of Scott McNutt as staff writer. A Circle of Friends - The Power of Peer Support BOC-ABC Trademark Settlement "Shop for a Cause" to Support the ACA "Shop for a Cause" to Support the ACA CAF Extends Grant Deadline First Volley Scores USTA Tennis & Education Foundation Grant Again! First Volley BCRC December Registration Form Other News: Paradox Sports Announces Gimps on Ice Other News: One Hand Clapping – UnLIMB-ited Possibilities: Amputee Film Project Begins Other News: Improving Functional Outcomes for Amputee: A Collaborative Approach Other news: Amputees seek better insurance coverage for prosthetics House measure seeks benefits parity for prosthetic care House measure seeks benefits parity for prosthetic care By: Colleen McCarthy Business Insurance March 31, 2008 House measure seeks benefits parity for prosthetic care Other news: Operation Confidence's First Annual Disability Empowerment Expo, 2008, New Orleans, Louisiana Other news: 'Grandfather' of Chicago prosthetics still thriving in age of microchips Other news: Challenged Athletes Foundation Announces 2008 Access for Athletes Grants: More than $1 Million Distributed to 625 Physically Challenged Athletes Worldwide Other news: Teens struck by train might have been asleep Other news: Amputees Start Favoring Metal Prostheses To Realistic Artificial Limbs Other News: Coverage cap unfair: Health insurers should cover prosthetics as they do other medical needs Other News: Independence Expo 2008: Sponsored by United Spinal Association Other News: Independence Expo 2008: Sponsored by United Spinal Association Other News: Independence Expo 2008: Sponsored by United Spinal Association Other news: Young amputees put prosthetics to work Other news: Prosthetic limbs no roadblock to amputee's goals, successes Other news: Carlsbad amputee reaches goal of triathlon world champ Other news: Congressional Action On Durable Medical Equipment Could Jeopardize Patient Care For Amputees And Other Disabled Medicare Beneficiaries Other news: A Personal Call to a Prosthetic Invention Other news: Amputee athletes ready for Extremity Games Other news: Group hopes prosthetics foster independence in Sierra Leone Other news: Artistic designs allow amputees to step in style THE 2008 PARALYMPIC WORLD CUP GAMES HIGHLIGHTS ARE COMING TO ESPNU Never Dull Productions Golf and Poker Tournaments to Benefit Wounded Warrior Project Follow the 2008 Beijing Paralympics Online Limb Loss Study Needs Participants 11th Annual Triumph on the Greens Golf Clinic and Tournament Clinic The Social Justice Movement of the 21st Century... Building a Bridge Between Disability and Community Philanthropy Long Overdue, Telecast Isn’t Short on Emotion It is a 90-minute, continuous “Oh my” journey with amputee sprinters and swimmers, wheelchair basketball players and racers, a paralyzed shot-putter, a sailor with Lou Gehrig’s disease, and Marin Morrison, a swimmer devastated by a brain tumor. The Amputee Coalition of America Congratulates Paralympic Athletes Orthotic & Prosthetic Assistance Fund Seeks O&P-Related Art Orthotic & Prosthetic Assistance Fund’s First Bid Offers Amazing Items Queen Latifah, John Mayer Visit Sesame Street to Help Military Families Cope With Change, Including Limb Loss Queen Latifah, John Mayer Visit Sesame Street to Help Military Families Cope With Change, Including Limb Loss Tickets for U.S. Open Golf Championship Up for Auction Get Ready for National Family Caregivers Month in November November 2009 celebrates National Family Caregivers Month, a time to thank, support, educate and empower family caregivers – those individuals providing care to loved ones living with chronic illness, disability or the frailties of old age. Mending Limbs Organization to Hold Second Annual Benefit Concert Event to raise awareness of need for adequate prosthetic insurance coverage for amputees test Amputee Coalition of America Now Accepting Applications for the Christina Skoski, M.D., Scholarship The Amputee Coalition of America (ACA) is now accepting applications for the second annual Christina Skoski, M.D., Scholarship until March 15, 2010 Amputee Coalition of America Now Accepting Applications for the Christina Skoski, M.D., Scholarship The Amputee Coalition of America (ACA) is now accepting applications for the second annual Christina Skoski, M.D., Scholarship until March 15, 2010. The Amputee Coalition of America Reaches Out to Amputee Survivors of the Haiti Earthquake The Amputee Coalition of America Reaches Out to Amputee Survivors of the Haiti Earthquake The Amputee Coalition of America’s List of Priorities for Helping Haitian Amputees The Amputee Coalition of America’s List of Priorities for Helping Haitian Amputees How You Can Help How You Can Help Medical Resources Medical Resources Haiti Relief Action Center Contacts Haiti Relief Action Center Contacts Haiti Relief News and Media Haiti Relief News and Media Hanger Orthopedic Group to Donate $250,000 in Funding and Orthopedic Devices to Haiti Earthquake Relief Efforts Hanger Orthopedic Group to Donate $250,000 in Funding and Orthopedic Devices to Haiti Earthquake Relief Efforts Prosthetics Outreach Foundation Haiti Fund Aids Quake Victims Prosthetics Outreach Foundation Haiti Fund Aids Quake Victims Physicians for Peace and Old Dominion University to Sponsor Collection Drive for Haiti’s Injured and Disabled Physicians for Peace and Old Dominion University to Sponsor Collection Drive for Haiti’s Injured and Disabled Amputee Coalition Board Member Pat Chelf Interviewed by MSNBC “From initial fittings and supply of prosthetics to ongoing adjustments, repairs and replacements, the demand for artificial limbs will be intense, expensive – and long-lasting, said Chelf.” Amputee Coalition Board Member Pat Chelf Interviewed by MSNBC “From initial fittings and supply of prosthetics to ongoing adjustments, repairs and replacements, the demand for artificial limbs will be intense, expensive – and long-lasting, said Chelf.” Haiti Relief Action Fund Hanger Announces Nationwide Limb Drive to Benefit Haiti Earthquake Survivors Hanger Announces Nationwide Limb Drive to Benefit Haiti Earthquake Survivors Help For Haitian Amputees Help For Haitian Amputees NH High-Tech, Prosthetics Companies Help Haitians NH High-Tech, Prosthetics Companies Help Haitians Rep. John J. Duncan, Jr. Introduces National Limb Loss Awareness Month Resolution Representative John J. Duncan, Jr. (R-TN) has introduced a resolution to designate April as National Limb Loss Awareness Month. Rep. John J. Duncan, Jr. Introduces National Limb Loss Awareness Month Resolution Representative John J. Duncan, Jr. (R-TN) has introduced a resolution to designate April as National Limb Loss Awareness Month. Rep. John J. Duncan, Jr. Introduces National Limb Loss Awareness Month Resolution Representative John J. Duncan, Jr. (R-TN) has introduced a resolution to designate April as National Limb Loss Awareness Month. ACA and MSNBC.com Work Together to Connect Amputees in U.S. and Haiti ACA and MSNBC.com Work Together to Connect Amputees in U.S. and Haiti	VOTE for ACADEMY MEMBER David Puckett, CPO as the CNN HERO The Amerian Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists is proud that our member David Puckett, CPO is in the running for CNN HERO. We urge all our members to cast their vote for Dave. Dave is a private practitioner in Savannah, Georgia who has done missionary work in southeastern Mexico for over ten years. He was nominated as a CNN National Hero and has made the top 10 finalists. The CNN National Hero will be selected by popular vote. You can help Dave in his humanitarian efforts and bring the national public spotlight to O&P by voting for Dave. Support your fellow Academy Member! Log on to www.heroes.cnn.com and vote today!
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