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A Leg Forever
A Leg Forever Charitable Foundation was established by Elizabeth (Liz) Norden in honor of her two sons JP and Paul Norden who each lost a leg in the Boston Marathon bombings on April 15, 2013.
P.O. Box 273 Stoneham Massachusetts 02180 United States
A Leg to Stand On
ALTSO provides high-quality, modular prosthetic lower-limb systems specifically designed for use in the developing world. Our prosthetics are made from durable upcycled materials, strong enough to navigate rugged terrains, but light enough for children of all ages to move independently.
Ability Corps
ABILITY Corps is working to break down unconscious bias toward people with disabilities, including amputees. Our purpose is to create a world of inclusion and awareness for people with disabilities through employment, art, media, housing, and volunteer opportunities.
Huntington Beach California 92646
Ability Jobs
Disabled talent is in high demand. abilityJOBS has thousands of great positions posted by employers who are preapproved and committed to hiring amputees and other people with disabilities. Job postings on abilityJOBS.com are listed out of intention and commitment to hire job seekers with disabilities.
8941 Atlanta Avenue Huntington Beach California 92646
Able Gamers
People with disabilities are at a heightened risk of social isolation. However, AbleGamers knows that video games can be the perfect gateway to community participation, lifelong friendships, and unforgettable shared experiences.
Read MorePeople with disabilities are at a heightened risk of social isolation. However, AbleGamers knows that video games can be the perfect gateway to community participation, lifelong friendships, and unforgettable shared experiences.
ABLE Now
The federal Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) Act authorized states to establish tax-advantaged savings programs so individuals with disabilities can save and invest money without jeopardizing eligibility for public benefits. Contribute up to $17,000 a year, leverage tax advantages to make the most of your money, and use the funds to pay for expenses related to health, independence, and quality of life.
Abled Amputees of America
AAA is an international nonprofit organization formed to inspire, support, and educate. Their main purpose is to give those with limb loss a real hope for the future by helping them grow in wellness in body, mind and spirit. Their mission is to make outpatient physical and occupational therapy possible for amputees needing financial support, while promoting wellness in body, mind and spirit.
Read MoreAAA is an international nonprofit organization formed to inspire, support, and educate. Their main purpose is to give those with limb loss a real hope for the future by helping them grow in wellness in body, mind and spirit. Their mission is to make outpatient physical and occupational therapy possible for amputees needing financial support, while promoting wellness in body, mind and spirit.
Access Sport America
Access Sport America’s programs are designed to promote each person’s highest physical and athletic potential while cultivating social and emotional well-being. We seek to create a community where differences are diminished, blurred and often erased.
Read MoreAccess Sport America’s programs are designed to promote each person’s highest physical and athletic potential while cultivating social and emotional well-being. We seek to create a community where differences are diminished, blurred and often erased.
119 High Street Acton Massachussets 01720
Accessible Prosthetics Initiative
The Accessible Prosthetics Initiative (API) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to increase access to prosthetic technologies and care. We emphasize serving populations who do not have access to care through other avenues, including amputees who are uninsured or underinsured, individuals in remote locations, and individuals with unique conditions.
1739 North High Street Columbus Ohio 43210
Achilles International
Achilles International, a global organization operating in 25 countries including the US, transforms the lives of amputees and other people with disabilities through athletic programs and social connection. Since our founding in 1983, we have empowered over 150,000 athletes of all ages and ability levels to participate in endurance events around the globe.
Read MoreAchilles International, a global organization operating in 25 countries including the US, transforms the lives of amputees and other people with disabilities through athletic programs and social connection. Since our founding in 1983, we have empowered over 150,000 athletes of all ages and ability levels to participate in endurance events around the globe.
ADA Transit
9 Town Transit operates seventeen buses on four flexible routes (fixed stops with deviations) for amputees and people with disabilities. Includes connections to New Haven, New London & Middletown. Demand response service, known as Dial-A-Ride, is also available in all nine towns Monday through Friday.
Read More9 Town Transit operates seventeen buses on four flexible routes (fixed stops with deviations) for amputees and people with disabilities. Includes connections to New Haven, New London & Middletown. Demand response service, known as Dial-A-Ride, is also available in all nine towns Monday through Friday.
17 Industrial Park Rd Suite 6 Centerbrook Connecticut 06409
Adaptive Action Sports
We provide action sports recreation programs and high-level snowboard training for amputee youth, young adults, and wounded veterans living with permanent physical disabilities.
Read MoreWe provide action sports recreation programs and high-level snowboard training for amputee youth, young adults, and wounded veterans living with permanent physical disabilities.
Adaptive Freedom Foundation
Adaptive Freedom Foundation offers open-water experiences for amputees and other people with disabilities. Adaptive Freedom Foundation adapts oceanic activity promoting accessibility and inclusion. If we can float on a paddleboard, on the water, then our only limitation for inclusion and empowerment within participation for people is our imagination.
Read MoreAdaptive Freedom Foundation offers open-water experiences for amputees and other people with disabilities. Adaptive Freedom Foundation adapts oceanic activity promoting accessibility and inclusion. If we can float on a paddleboard, on the water, then our only limitation for inclusion and empowerment within participation for people is our imagination.
Huntington Beach California 92646
Adaptive Sports and Recreation Association
Adaptive Sports & Recreation Association’s mission is to provide sports and recreation activities for children and adults with physical disabilities to ensure opportunities equal to their peers. ASRA offers competitive league sports, recreational team sports, instructional camps, sports clinics, and other adaptive activities based on need and interest.
P.O. Box 153792 San Diego California 92195 United States
Adaptive Sports Association
The Adaptive Sports Association offers summer and winter programs for amputees and individuals with other disabilities. Our winter program has been providing adaptive skiing and snowboarding for over 35 years. Our summer program includes water sports, cycling, camping, and other outdoor recreation.
Read MoreThe Adaptive Sports Association offers summer and winter programs for amputees and individuals with other disabilities. Our winter program has been providing adaptive skiing and snowboarding for over 35 years. Our summer program includes water sports, cycling, camping, and other outdoor recreation.
Adaptive Sports Center
The Adaptive Sports Center enhances the quality of life for amputees and people with other disabilities through exceptional outdoor adventure activities. The successful programs the ASC provides are inclusive to families and friends, empower our participants in their daily lives and have a positive enduring effect on self-efficacy, health, independence and overall well-being.
Read MoreThe Adaptive Sports Center enhances the quality of life for amputees and people with other disabilities through exceptional outdoor adventure activities. The successful programs the ASC provides are inclusive to families and friends, empower our participants in their daily lives and have a positive enduring effect on self-efficacy, health, independence and overall well-being.
19 Emmons Road Kelsey Wright Building Mt. Crested Butte Colorado 81225
Adaptive Sports Connection
We are an active chapter member of Move United, a national organization focused on improving the lives of wounded warriors, youth, and adults with disabilities by providing sports and recreation opportunities.
Read MoreWe are an active chapter member of Move United, a national organization focused on improving the lives of wounded warriors, youth, and adults with disabilities by providing sports and recreation opportunities.
Adaptive Sports Movement
No amputee should be without community, exercise and easy mobility. Our mission is to increase awareness, engage more corporations, and accelerate innovation so more people in this world will feel expected, welcome and valued.
Adaptive Sports New England
The mission of Adaptive Sports New England is to increase participation in sports among New England youth and young adults who have visual or mobility impairments. We collaborate with many adaptive and mainstream sports programs, adding value through our focus on raising awareness, increasing participation, and building capacity.
Read MoreThe mission of Adaptive Sports New England is to increase participation in sports among New England youth and young adults who have visual or mobility impairments. We collaborate with many adaptive and mainstream sports programs, adding value through our focus on raising awareness, increasing participation, and building capacity.
89 South Street Suite 603 Boston Massachusetts 02111
Addictions
The mission of Addictions.com is to help individuals and families facing substance use disorders find the treatment they need. They hope that by providing a better understanding of addiction, and co-occurring disorders, they can remove the barriers to treatment many people face.
Read MoreThe mission of Addictions.com is to help individuals and families facing substance use disorders find the treatment they need. They hope that by providing a better understanding of addiction, and co-occurring disorders, they can remove the barriers to treatment many people face.
Adventure Amputee Camp
The mission of the Adventure Amputee Camp is to encourage children with amputations or limb differences to stretch their potential and imagination. We provide children with amputations or limb differences the opportunity to nurture the beliefs and behaviors that many things are possible.
AgrAbility
The vision of AgrAbility is to enhance quality of life for farmers, ranchers, and other agricultural workers with disabilities. We help individuals gain access to employment in production agriculture or a related occupation; assistive technology needed for work and daily living activities; evidence-based information related to the treatment and rehabilitation of disabling conditions; and targeted support for family caregivers.
225 South University St. West Lafayette Indiana 47907
Air Warrior Courage Foundation
The Air Warrior Courage Foundation assists disabled and/or needy veterans and members of the U.S. Armed Services and their dependents, widows and children, and provides financial support to Red River Valley Fighter Pilots Association members for medical expenses. In addition, the AWCF sponsors programs in scuba and therapeutic horseback riding.
Read MoreThe Air Warrior Courage Foundation assists disabled and/or needy veterans and members of the U.S. Armed Services and their dependents, widows and children, and provides financial support to Red River Valley Fighter Pilots Association members for medical expenses. In addition, the AWCF sponsors programs in scuba and therapeutic horseback riding.
American Association of Adapted Sports Programs
The AAASP provides education, assistance and information to schools and community programs on integrating and developing of adapted sports programs in schools. This group provides training to coaches and officials. Our website links to rulebooks specific to adapted sports competition (e.g., wheelchair basketball, wheelchair football) and outlines the rights of students to have access to an adapted sports program.
American Association of People With Disabilities (AAPD)
The American Association of People with Disabilities is a convener, connector, and catalyst for change, increasing the political and economic power of people with disabilities. As a national cross-disability rights organization, AAPD advocates for full civil rights for the over 60 million Americans with disabilities by promoting equal opportunity, economic power, independent living, and political participation.
2020 Pennsylvania Avenue Mailbox 263 Washington District of Columbia 20006
American Diabetes Association
We lead the fight against the deadly consequences of diabetes and fight for those affected by diabetes. We deliver services to hundreds of communities. We give voice to those denied their rights because of diabetes.
2451 Crystal Drive Suite 900 Arlington Virginia 22202
American Job Centers
American Job Centers (AJCs) provide free help to job seekers for a variety of career and employment-related needs. Nearly 2,300 AJCs, funded by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Employment and Training Administration, are located throughout the United States. Services for amputees and other job seekers with disabilities include free access to job banks, computers, resume writing tools and printers, networking groups and workshops, and more.
US Department of Labor Washington DC 2005
American Orthotic and Prosthetic Association (AOPA)
The American Orthotic and Prosthetic Association fosters relationships with decision makers, provides education, and supports research to strengthen the orthotic and prosthetic profession and improve the lives of its patients. AOPA consists of more than 2,000 patient care facilities and suppliers that together manufacture, distribute, design, fabricate, fit, and provide clinical care for amputees and people who use orthoses.
330 John Carlyle Street Suite 200 Alexandria Virginia 22314
AmpSurf
AmpSurf operates through four U.S. chapters located in California, New England, New York, and the Pacific Northwest. These chapters have been developed to reach the one in five Americans living with a lifelong disability and those that come to us from around the world.
Read MoreAmpSurf operates through four U.S. chapters located in California, New England, New York, and the Pacific Northwest. These chapters have been developed to reach the one in five Americans living with a lifelong disability and those that come to us from around the world.
649 Dolliver Street Pismo Beach California 93449
Amputation Prevention Alliance
The Amputation Prevention Alliance is focused on saving limbs and lives, including among communities facing disproportionately high rates of amputations and amputated-related mortality. This work will include advancing needed policy changes, driving clinician awareness of opportunities to prevent amputations, and empowering patients to advocate for their best care.
2451 Crystal Drive Suite 900 Arlington Virginia 22202
Amputee Blade Runners
Amputee Blade Runners is a nonprofit organization that helps provide free running prosthetics for amputees. Running prosthetics are not covered by insurance and are considered “not medically necessary,” so ABR helps amputees keep an active lifestyle. Our goal is to provide a running prosthesis to one athlete in all 50 states. We currently have athletes in 31 states who serve as ambassadors to other amputees.
Read MoreAmputee Blade Runners is a nonprofit organization that helps provide free running prosthetics for amputees. Running prosthetics are not covered by insurance and are considered “not medically necessary,” so ABR helps amputees keep an active lifestyle. Our goal is to provide a running prosthesis to one athlete in all 50 states. We currently have athletes in 31 states who serve as ambassadors to other amputees.
356 24th Avenue North Suite 300 Nashville Tennessee 37203
Amputee Coalition
The Amputee Coalition's mission is to empower people affected by limb loss to achieve their full potential through education, support and advocacy, and to promote limb loss prevention. We work to raise awareness about and increase practices to prevent limb loss, to ensure that no amputee feels alone through pre- and post amputation and recovery, and to help amputees and their families live life to the fullest after amputation.…
Read MoreThe Amputee Coalition’s mission is to empower people affected by limb loss to achieve their full potential through education, support and advocacy, and to promote limb loss prevention. We work to raise awareness about and increase practices to prevent limb loss, to ensure that no amputee feels alone through pre- and post amputation and recovery, and to help amputees and their families live life to the fullest after amputation.
601 Pennsylvania Avenue NW Suite 600, South Building Washinton District of Columbia 90064
Amputee Coalition of Toronto
Amputee Coalition of Toronto is an amputee peer support group. We promote an active lifestyle for all levels of activity. Through our meetups, we encourage and motivate each other to adopt a full life. We aspire to truly live every day without limits, demonstrating that there is life after amputation.
Toronto Ontario
Amputee Coalition Youth Engagement Program
Amputee Coalition’s YEP includes life skills resources, education and training, youth camp, workforce development and mentorship. Our vision is to expand our reach to African American/Black, Hispanic/Latino, Asian, Pacific Islanders, and LGBTQ youth and teens with limb loss or limb difference by developing a technology platform to share life skills and training programs, provide mentoring, and a career dashboard for summer job opportunities.
601 Pennsylvania Avenue NW Suite 420 Washington District of Columbia 20004
Amputee Wellness Alliance of the Midlands
The AWA of the Midlands is dedicated to helping amputees obtain a professionally fitted prosthetic device or other necessities in order to be active and regain the quality of life they deserve. We also aim to maintain a community for amputees in the Midwest, raising awareness and understanding while improving inclusivity for amputees.
Omaha Nebraska 68102
Angel City Sports
Angel City Sports provides year-round free adaptive sports opportunities for kids, adults and veterans with physical disabilities or visual impairments. In addition to providing free equipment, coaching and competitive opportunities, Angel City focuses on how every individual can reach their full potential and unlock their dreams through music, art, higher education and career opportunities.
2355 Westwood Blvd. Los Angeles California 90064
Angel Wings for Veterans
Angel Wings for Veterans removes the barrier to medical care for veterans, active-duty service members, and their families. We provide transportation via ground and air, making it possible for veterans in financial need to travel outside their area to receive clinical care, medical treatment, service dog companions, and other vital services.
4620 Haygood Road Suite 1 Virginia Beach Virginia 23455
Assistance Dogs International
Assistance Dogs International, Inc. (ADI) is a worldwide coalition of not-for-profit programs that train and place assistance dogs. Founded in 1986 from a group of seven small programs, ADI has become the leading authority in the assistance dog industry.
Read MoreAssistance Dogs International, Inc. (ADI) is a worldwide coalition of not-for-profit programs that train and place assistance dogs. Founded in 1986 from a group of seven small programs, ADI has become the leading authority in the assistance dog industry.
Association of Assistive Technology Act Programs
The Association of Assistive Technology Act (ATA) Programs is a national nonprofit organization. Each state has its own ATA agency that helps people with disabilities learn about, gain access to, and obtain assistive technology, including vehicle modifications, mobility devices, home accessibility devices, and recreational equipment. Use the link to find your state’s ATA program.
655 15th Street NW Suite 800 Washington District of Columbia 20005
Association of Programs for Rural Independent Living (APRIL)
APRIL is a national membership organization dedicated to advancing the rights and responsibilities of people with disabilities in rural America. APRIL has a mission-focused system-change agenda to further the civil rights of all people with disabilities, regardless of age, disability, income, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, or nationality.
A Leg Forever
A Leg Forever Charitable Foundation was established by Elizabeth (Liz) Norden in honor of her two sons JP and Paul Norden who each lost a leg in the Boston Marathon bombings on April 15, 2013.
P.O. Box 273 Stoneham Massachusetts 02180 United States
A Leg to Stand On
ALTSO provides high-quality, modular prosthetic lower-limb systems specifically designed for use in the developing world. Our prosthetics are made from durable upcycled materials, strong enough to navigate rugged terrains, but light enough for children of all ages to move independently.
Ability Corps
ABILITY Corps is working to break down unconscious bias toward people with disabilities, including amputees. Our purpose is to create a world of inclusion and awareness for people with disabilities through employment, art, media, housing, and volunteer opportunities.
Huntington Beach California 92646
Ability Jobs
Disabled talent is in high demand. abilityJOBS has thousands of great positions posted by employers who are preapproved and committed to hiring amputees and other people with disabilities. Job postings on abilityJOBS.com are listed out of intention and commitment to hire job seekers with disabilities.
8941 Atlanta Avenue Huntington Beach California 92646
Able Gamers
People with disabilities are at a heightened risk of social isolation. However, AbleGamers knows that video games can be the perfect gateway to community participation, lifelong friendships, and unforgettable shared experiences.
Read MorePeople with disabilities are at a heightened risk of social isolation. However, AbleGamers knows that video games can be the perfect gateway to community participation, lifelong friendships, and unforgettable shared experiences.
ABLE Now
The federal Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) Act authorized states to establish tax-advantaged savings programs so individuals with disabilities can save and invest money without jeopardizing eligibility for public benefits. Contribute up to $17,000 a year, leverage tax advantages to make the most of your money, and use the funds to pay for expenses related to health, independence, and quality of life.
Abled Amputees of America
AAA is an international nonprofit organization formed to inspire, support, and educate. Their main purpose is to give those with limb loss a real hope for the future by helping them grow in wellness in body, mind and spirit. Their mission is to make outpatient physical and occupational therapy possible for amputees needing financial support, while promoting wellness in body, mind and spirit.
Read MoreAAA is an international nonprofit organization formed to inspire, support, and educate. Their main purpose is to give those with limb loss a real hope for the future by helping them grow in wellness in body, mind and spirit. Their mission is to make outpatient physical and occupational therapy possible for amputees needing financial support, while promoting wellness in body, mind and spirit.
Access Sport America
Access Sport America’s programs are designed to promote each person’s highest physical and athletic potential while cultivating social and emotional well-being. We seek to create a community where differences are diminished, blurred and often erased.
Read MoreAccess Sport America’s programs are designed to promote each person’s highest physical and athletic potential while cultivating social and emotional well-being. We seek to create a community where differences are diminished, blurred and often erased.
119 High Street Acton Massachussets 01720
Accessible Prosthetics Initiative
The Accessible Prosthetics Initiative (API) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to increase access to prosthetic technologies and care. We emphasize serving populations who do not have access to care through other avenues, including amputees who are uninsured or underinsured, individuals in remote locations, and individuals with unique conditions.
1739 North High Street Columbus Ohio 43210
Achilles International
Achilles International, a global organization operating in 25 countries including the US, transforms the lives of amputees and other people with disabilities through athletic programs and social connection. Since our founding in 1983, we have empowered over 150,000 athletes of all ages and ability levels to participate in endurance events around the globe.
Read MoreAchilles International, a global organization operating in 25 countries including the US, transforms the lives of amputees and other people with disabilities through athletic programs and social connection. Since our founding in 1983, we have empowered over 150,000 athletes of all ages and ability levels to participate in endurance events around the globe.
ADA Transit
9 Town Transit operates seventeen buses on four flexible routes (fixed stops with deviations) for amputees and people with disabilities. Includes connections to New Haven, New London & Middletown. Demand response service, known as Dial-A-Ride, is also available in all nine towns Monday through Friday.
Read More9 Town Transit operates seventeen buses on four flexible routes (fixed stops with deviations) for amputees and people with disabilities. Includes connections to New Haven, New London & Middletown. Demand response service, known as Dial-A-Ride, is also available in all nine towns Monday through Friday.
17 Industrial Park Rd Suite 6 Centerbrook Connecticut 06409
Adaptive Action Sports
We provide action sports recreation programs and high-level snowboard training for amputee youth, young adults, and wounded veterans living with permanent physical disabilities.
Read MoreWe provide action sports recreation programs and high-level snowboard training for amputee youth, young adults, and wounded veterans living with permanent physical disabilities.
Adaptive Freedom Foundation
Adaptive Freedom Foundation offers open-water experiences for amputees and other people with disabilities. Adaptive Freedom Foundation adapts oceanic activity promoting accessibility and inclusion. If we can float on a paddleboard, on the water, then our only limitation for inclusion and empowerment within participation for people is our imagination.
Read MoreAdaptive Freedom Foundation offers open-water experiences for amputees and other people with disabilities. Adaptive Freedom Foundation adapts oceanic activity promoting accessibility and inclusion. If we can float on a paddleboard, on the water, then our only limitation for inclusion and empowerment within participation for people is our imagination.
Huntington Beach California 92646
Adaptive Sports and Recreation Association
Adaptive Sports & Recreation Association’s mission is to provide sports and recreation activities for children and adults with physical disabilities to ensure opportunities equal to their peers. ASRA offers competitive league sports, recreational team sports, instructional camps, sports clinics, and other adaptive activities based on need and interest.
P.O. Box 153792 San Diego California 92195 United States
Adaptive Sports Association
The Adaptive Sports Association offers summer and winter programs for amputees and individuals with other disabilities. Our winter program has been providing adaptive skiing and snowboarding for over 35 years. Our summer program includes water sports, cycling, camping, and other outdoor recreation.
Read MoreThe Adaptive Sports Association offers summer and winter programs for amputees and individuals with other disabilities. Our winter program has been providing adaptive skiing and snowboarding for over 35 years. Our summer program includes water sports, cycling, camping, and other outdoor recreation.
Adaptive Sports Center
The Adaptive Sports Center enhances the quality of life for amputees and people with other disabilities through exceptional outdoor adventure activities. The successful programs the ASC provides are inclusive to families and friends, empower our participants in their daily lives and have a positive enduring effect on self-efficacy, health, independence and overall well-being.
Read MoreThe Adaptive Sports Center enhances the quality of life for amputees and people with other disabilities through exceptional outdoor adventure activities. The successful programs the ASC provides are inclusive to families and friends, empower our participants in their daily lives and have a positive enduring effect on self-efficacy, health, independence and overall well-being.
19 Emmons Road Kelsey Wright Building Mt. Crested Butte Colorado 81225
Adaptive Sports Connection
We are an active chapter member of Move United, a national organization focused on improving the lives of wounded warriors, youth, and adults with disabilities by providing sports and recreation opportunities.
Read MoreWe are an active chapter member of Move United, a national organization focused on improving the lives of wounded warriors, youth, and adults with disabilities by providing sports and recreation opportunities.
Adaptive Sports Movement
No amputee should be without community, exercise and easy mobility. Our mission is to increase awareness, engage more corporations, and accelerate innovation so more people in this world will feel expected, welcome and valued.
Adaptive Sports New England
The mission of Adaptive Sports New England is to increase participation in sports among New England youth and young adults who have visual or mobility impairments. We collaborate with many adaptive and mainstream sports programs, adding value through our focus on raising awareness, increasing participation, and building capacity.
Read MoreThe mission of Adaptive Sports New England is to increase participation in sports among New England youth and young adults who have visual or mobility impairments. We collaborate with many adaptive and mainstream sports programs, adding value through our focus on raising awareness, increasing participation, and building capacity.
89 South Street Suite 603 Boston Massachusetts 02111
Addictions
The mission of Addictions.com is to help individuals and families facing substance use disorders find the treatment they need. They hope that by providing a better understanding of addiction, and co-occurring disorders, they can remove the barriers to treatment many people face.
Read MoreThe mission of Addictions.com is to help individuals and families facing substance use disorders find the treatment they need. They hope that by providing a better understanding of addiction, and co-occurring disorders, they can remove the barriers to treatment many people face.
Adventure Amputee Camp
The mission of the Adventure Amputee Camp is to encourage children with amputations or limb differences to stretch their potential and imagination. We provide children with amputations or limb differences the opportunity to nurture the beliefs and behaviors that many things are possible.
AgrAbility
The vision of AgrAbility is to enhance quality of life for farmers, ranchers, and other agricultural workers with disabilities. We help individuals gain access to employment in production agriculture or a related occupation; assistive technology needed for work and daily living activities; evidence-based information related to the treatment and rehabilitation of disabling conditions; and targeted support for family caregivers.
225 South University St. West Lafayette Indiana 47907
Air Warrior Courage Foundation
The Air Warrior Courage Foundation assists disabled and/or needy veterans and members of the U.S. Armed Services and their dependents, widows and children, and provides financial support to Red River Valley Fighter Pilots Association members for medical expenses. In addition, the AWCF sponsors programs in scuba and therapeutic horseback riding.
Read MoreThe Air Warrior Courage Foundation assists disabled and/or needy veterans and members of the U.S. Armed Services and their dependents, widows and children, and provides financial support to Red River Valley Fighter Pilots Association members for medical expenses. In addition, the AWCF sponsors programs in scuba and therapeutic horseback riding.
American Association of Adapted Sports Programs
The AAASP provides education, assistance and information to schools and community programs on integrating and developing of adapted sports programs in schools. This group provides training to coaches and officials. Our website links to rulebooks specific to adapted sports competition (e.g., wheelchair basketball, wheelchair football) and outlines the rights of students to have access to an adapted sports program.
American Association of People With Disabilities (AAPD)
The American Association of People with Disabilities is a convener, connector, and catalyst for change, increasing the political and economic power of people with disabilities. As a national cross-disability rights organization, AAPD advocates for full civil rights for the over 60 million Americans with disabilities by promoting equal opportunity, economic power, independent living, and political participation.
2020 Pennsylvania Avenue Mailbox 263 Washington District of Columbia 20006
American Diabetes Association
We lead the fight against the deadly consequences of diabetes and fight for those affected by diabetes. We deliver services to hundreds of communities. We give voice to those denied their rights because of diabetes.
2451 Crystal Drive Suite 900 Arlington Virginia 22202
American Job Centers
American Job Centers (AJCs) provide free help to job seekers for a variety of career and employment-related needs. Nearly 2,300 AJCs, funded by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Employment and Training Administration, are located throughout the United States. Services for amputees and other job seekers with disabilities include free access to job banks, computers, resume writing tools and printers, networking groups and workshops, and more.
US Department of Labor Washington DC 2005
American Orthotic and Prosthetic Association (AOPA)
The American Orthotic and Prosthetic Association fosters relationships with decision makers, provides education, and supports research to strengthen the orthotic and prosthetic profession and improve the lives of its patients. AOPA consists of more than 2,000 patient care facilities and suppliers that together manufacture, distribute, design, fabricate, fit, and provide clinical care for amputees and people who use orthoses.
330 John Carlyle Street Suite 200 Alexandria Virginia 22314
AmpSurf
AmpSurf operates through four U.S. chapters located in California, New England, New York, and the Pacific Northwest. These chapters have been developed to reach the one in five Americans living with a lifelong disability and those that come to us from around the world.
Read MoreAmpSurf operates through four U.S. chapters located in California, New England, New York, and the Pacific Northwest. These chapters have been developed to reach the one in five Americans living with a lifelong disability and those that come to us from around the world.
649 Dolliver Street Pismo Beach California 93449
Amputation Prevention Alliance
The Amputation Prevention Alliance is focused on saving limbs and lives, including among communities facing disproportionately high rates of amputations and amputated-related mortality. This work will include advancing needed policy changes, driving clinician awareness of opportunities to prevent amputations, and empowering patients to advocate for their best care.
2451 Crystal Drive Suite 900 Arlington Virginia 22202
Amputee Blade Runners
Amputee Blade Runners is a nonprofit organization that helps provide free running prosthetics for amputees. Running prosthetics are not covered by insurance and are considered “not medically necessary,” so ABR helps amputees keep an active lifestyle. Our goal is to provide a running prosthesis to one athlete in all 50 states. We currently have athletes in 31 states who serve as ambassadors to other amputees.
Read MoreAmputee Blade Runners is a nonprofit organization that helps provide free running prosthetics for amputees. Running prosthetics are not covered by insurance and are considered “not medically necessary,” so ABR helps amputees keep an active lifestyle. Our goal is to provide a running prosthesis to one athlete in all 50 states. We currently have athletes in 31 states who serve as ambassadors to other amputees.
356 24th Avenue North Suite 300 Nashville Tennessee 37203
Amputee Coalition
The Amputee Coalition's mission is to empower people affected by limb loss to achieve their full potential through education, support and advocacy, and to promote limb loss prevention. We work to raise awareness about and increase practices to prevent limb loss, to ensure that no amputee feels alone through pre- and post amputation and recovery, and to help amputees and their families live life to the fullest after amputation.…
Read MoreThe Amputee Coalition’s mission is to empower people affected by limb loss to achieve their full potential through education, support and advocacy, and to promote limb loss prevention. We work to raise awareness about and increase practices to prevent limb loss, to ensure that no amputee feels alone through pre- and post amputation and recovery, and to help amputees and their families live life to the fullest after amputation.
601 Pennsylvania Avenue NW Suite 600, South Building Washinton District of Columbia 90064
Amputee Coalition of Toronto
Amputee Coalition of Toronto is an amputee peer support group. We promote an active lifestyle for all levels of activity. Through our meetups, we encourage and motivate each other to adopt a full life. We aspire to truly live every day without limits, demonstrating that there is life after amputation.
Toronto Ontario
Amputee Coalition Youth Engagement Program
Amputee Coalition’s YEP includes life skills resources, education and training, youth camp, workforce development and mentorship. Our vision is to expand our reach to African American/Black, Hispanic/Latino, Asian, Pacific Islanders, and LGBTQ youth and teens with limb loss or limb difference by developing a technology platform to share life skills and training programs, provide mentoring, and a career dashboard for summer job opportunities.
601 Pennsylvania Avenue NW Suite 420 Washington District of Columbia 20004
Amputee Wellness Alliance of the Midlands
The AWA of the Midlands is dedicated to helping amputees obtain a professionally fitted prosthetic device or other necessities in order to be active and regain the quality of life they deserve. We also aim to maintain a community for amputees in the Midwest, raising awareness and understanding while improving inclusivity for amputees.
Omaha Nebraska 68102
Angel City Sports
Angel City Sports provides year-round free adaptive sports opportunities for kids, adults and veterans with physical disabilities or visual impairments. In addition to providing free equipment, coaching and competitive opportunities, Angel City focuses on how every individual can reach their full potential and unlock their dreams through music, art, higher education and career opportunities.
2355 Westwood Blvd. Los Angeles California 90064
Angel Wings for Veterans
Angel Wings for Veterans removes the barrier to medical care for veterans, active-duty service members, and their families. We provide transportation via ground and air, making it possible for veterans in financial need to travel outside their area to receive clinical care, medical treatment, service dog companions, and other vital services.
4620 Haygood Road Suite 1 Virginia Beach Virginia 23455
Assistance Dogs International
Assistance Dogs International, Inc. (ADI) is a worldwide coalition of not-for-profit programs that train and place assistance dogs. Founded in 1986 from a group of seven small programs, ADI has become the leading authority in the assistance dog industry.
Read MoreAssistance Dogs International, Inc. (ADI) is a worldwide coalition of not-for-profit programs that train and place assistance dogs. Founded in 1986 from a group of seven small programs, ADI has become the leading authority in the assistance dog industry.
Association of Assistive Technology Act Programs
The Association of Assistive Technology Act (ATA) Programs is a national nonprofit organization. Each state has its own ATA agency that helps people with disabilities learn about, gain access to, and obtain assistive technology, including vehicle modifications, mobility devices, home accessibility devices, and recreational equipment. Use the link to find your state’s ATA program.
655 15th Street NW Suite 800 Washington District of Columbia 20005
Association of Programs for Rural Independent Living (APRIL)
APRIL is a national membership organization dedicated to advancing the rights and responsibilities of people with disabilities in rural America. APRIL has a mission-focused system-change agenda to further the civil rights of all people with disabilities, regardless of age, disability, income, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, or nationality.
Amputee Resource Directory: Category Icons
All entries in the Amputee Community Resource Directory are assigned to a primary category, represented by the corresponding icon. Here are the types of resources for amputees that each icon represents:
Adaptive sports and
recreation programs
Clothes, shoes, or
prosthetic covers
Financial assistance for a
prosthesis or other needs
Health, mental health,
physical therapy, or rehab services
Kids’ programs
and support
Military veteran
programs and support
Political and legal
advocacy organizations
Social connection, peer support,
or information resources
Other amputee resources
Some organizations offer multiple types of resources for amputees and are assigned to multiple categories. For example, an organization that provides outdoor recreation programs for disabled veterans will appear if you sort by “Adaptive Sports Programs” and if you sort by “Military Veterans Programs.”
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