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Silver Linings Playlist: An Amputee’s Songs of Healing
During my recovery from limb loss, I started a playlist to map out my feelings. And it helped. Anytime I heard a song that spoke to how I was feeling at that moment or that got stuck in my head, ...
Internalized Ableism and Limb Loss: Our Own Worst Enemies
A lot of amputees fall prey to internalized ableism without even knowing it. If you do this, you’re not just hurting yourself. You’re depriving society of your gifts ...
Paul Demeyer’s Amputee Sketchbook
Award-winning animator Paul Demeyer is working an illustrated memoir that documents his adaptations to limb loss and his ongoing search to find peace, balance, and spiritual meaning. ...
Sam Tokita’s Photography: What Lies Beneath the Surface of Disabled Bodies
Amputee photographer and model Sam Tokita wants people to perceive disabled bodies in all their facets—not just the strength and beauty, but also the many layers beneath ...
Pathways to Employment After Limb Loss
By Elan Young Losing one or more limbs can send a person reeling. Along with learning how to manage pain, mobility, and accessibility can come fear about fitting back into the work world. Unfortunately, not everyone who experiences a sudden ...
Overturning Insurance Denials
Education + Persistence = Authorization ...
The Economic Woes Of Being An Amputee
Health Insurance, Healthcare Costs, and Threats to Your Financial Future ...
Vacation Time!
Tips for Making Your Trip More Enjoyable ...