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Service Animals
Updated 10/2024 Introduction Service animals are defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) as “any dog that is individually trained to do work or perform tasks for the benefit ...continue.
Limb Loss Statistics
Last updated 9/2024 Prevalence & Incidence We estimate there to be over 5.6 million people currently living with limb loss or limb difference in the United States. Of that, nearly ...continue.
Careers in the Legal Field Foley and Lardner LLP
Did you know that there are other career opportunities in the legal field without having to study law? Hear from the team at Foley and Lardner LLP on different careers ...continue.
Prosthetic Limb Donations
Updated 09/2024 Introduction Prosthetic components are generally not reused in the United States because of legal considerations. However, if in good condition they can often be donated to charitable organizations ...continue.
Race and Ethnicity Disparities in Limb Loss
Last updated 8/2024 Introduction We estimate there to be around 2.3 million Americans currently living with limb loss. On average, there are approximately 465,000 amputation procedures being performed each year ...continue.
ACNC24 Exhibitor and Sponsor Webinar
Hear from our President and Chief Executive Officer, Cass Isidro, and some of the Amputee Coalition team, Naylor Association Solutions, and AMP Event Group. This webinar will review the 2024 ...continue.
Careers in Public Health
Are you wondering which careers choices are available to you within the Public Health Field? Hear from Associate Professor of Public Health at Grand Valley State University, Dr. Julia VanderMolen ...continue.
Webinar: Assistive Technology in the Workplace: Microsoft Inclusive Tech Lab Tour
Are you wondering which assistive technology is available to you within the workplace? Accessibility Program Manager, Solomon Romney, will be providing a virtual tour of the Inclusive Tech Lab in ...continue.
What is The Amputee Coalition and What Can We Do for You?
Last updated 06/2024 About Us The Amputee Coalition is the nation’s leading nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for people with limb loss and limb difference and ...continue.
Webinar: YEP WDP Webinar (Microsoft Inclusive Tech Lab Tour)
Hear from Accessibility Program Manager at Microsoft, Solomon Romney, from Microsoft’s Inclusive Tech Lab in Redmond, WA, on how he navigated his career journey within Microsoft. ...continue.
Workforce Development Program and Opportunities within Easterseals
This insightful webinar focuses on the journey of workforce development within Easterseals, FL. Starting with Easterseals’ purpose and mission, Ayana Washington, Director of Workforce Development at Easterseals, discusses the core ...continue.
Exploring the YEP & WFD Department and 2024 Youth Camp
Meet the YEP & WFD department team members and gain a better understanding of the work our department does. Gain insight into all the departmental resources, activities, and opportunities that ...continue.
WHERE IS YOUR CAREER NOW? From Where You Are to Where You Want to Grow
Are you looking to transition back into work after an amputation? Or stuck in deciding on wanting to change careers? During this webinar, our Workforce Development Manager and Workforce Development ...continue.
Global Resources for People with Limb Loss & Limb Difference
Updated 12/2023 Introduction It is our mission at the Amputee Coalition to support, educate, and advocate for people impacted by limb loss and limb difference. We offer Information and Referral ...continue.
Before Your Amputation: Questions to Ask Your Surgeon
Updated 10/2023 Talking with your surgeon prior to amputation is important. You should meet your surgeon, feel confident in his or her abilities, and have all of your concerns addressed ...continue.
