Limbs For Life's Programs
1. Prosthesis Fund (Financial assistance in the United States)
Money raised through fund raisers, benefits and charitable donations are used by the foundation to directly benefit the life of an amputee. Each qualified applicant is partnered with a certified prosthetist that fits them for a new prosthetic device and provides essential follow-up care.
2. World Limb Bank (Collection of used limbs for developing countries)
The limb bank collects used limbs and distributes them, free of charge, to amputees in developing countries. Limbs for Life has provided assistance to several countries including Peru, Turkey, the Dominican Republic and Mexico.
3. Network (Network of contacts)
The foundation provides a network of prosthetists, therapists and emotional support contacts. The prosthetists offer their services while qualified physical and occupational therapists provide cost-free follow-up calls to those who receive prosthetic awards. Emotional support contacts empathize and counsel on the challenges of limb loss.
4. Motivational Speaking (Speaking to educate)
Limbs for Life Foundation speaks to motivate and educate crowds on life as an amputee.
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