“INSPIRE TO ELEVATE”
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The Amputee Coalition invites you to celebrate Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month with us from April 1-30, 2023. The theme for the month is “Inspire to Elevate,” and our activities are built around four elements of that theme: Elevate Your Story, Elevate Your Voice, Elevate Your Community, and Elevate Your Potential.
More than 2.7 million people live with limb loss or limb difference in the United States. Hundreds of people lose a limb every day. By 2050, the number of amputees in the U.S. will nearly double. Limb loss affects people of all backgrounds, all income levels, and all ages. During April, we want to demonstrate how our community thrives and how you can participate.
The limb loss and limb difference community includes many inspirational people with amazing stories. We aim to tell their stories, advocate for their needs, educate people, and make sure no amputee is alone. LLLDAM is a perfect opportunity to learn more about our community and how you can get involved. Welcome.
HOW TO GET INVOLVED
There are many ways you can recognize Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month!
Here are some online tools you can use:
- 2023 LLLDAM Communications Toolkit
- #LLLDAM Ribbon Apparel and Resources
- #WeTHRIVE Share Your Story Campaign
- Participate in Daily Dares
- THRIVE Blog Resources
- LLLDAM Webinars
- 2023 Advocacy Forum
- Amputee Coalition Gear
- Create Your Own Fundraiser
- Ways to Give
- More to come!
Please join the conversation on our social channels to get inspired and elevate our community!
If you need support, educational materials, or other resources about how to live well with limb loss and limb difference, visit our National Limb Loss Resource Center. You can call us at 1-888-267-5669 x 1 or contact us via this web form.
Join us in celebrating Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month from April 1-30, 2023 with the theme "Inspire to Elevate". Show your support by displaying the ribbon, or shop our online store for #LLLDAM apparel and gear to help spread awareness.
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Diabetes is the biggest cause of amputations, with over 60% of non-traumatic lower-limb amputations affecting diabetics. We believe it’s important for people with diabetes to know the facts to prevent a diabetic amputation.
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