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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 āInspire to Elevate,ā 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
Please join the conversation on our social channels to get inspired and elevate our community! Share your story to inspire and elevate others.
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.
GET INSPIRED
View inspirational stories submitted by members of our community.
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A heartfelt appreciation goes out to all volunteers for their tireless efforts. Celebrating community role models whose collective and impactful work embodies inspiration. Grateful to our volunteers; your dedication is pivotal to driving positive change. Thank you.
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