Adaptive Sport Foundation
The Adaptive Sports Center enhances the quality of life of people with 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. adaptivesports.org
American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists
The American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists is dedicated to promoting professionalism and advancing the standards of patient care through education, literature, research, advocacy, and collaboration. oandp.org
American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics & Pedorthics
The American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics & Pedorthics (ABC) sets the highest standards for quality orthotic, prosthetic and pedorthic care. ABC certification, facility accreditation and mandatory continuing education programs represent the profession’s most rigorous professional achievements. abcop.org
American Orthotic Prosthetic Association
The mission of the American Orthotic and Prosthetic Association is to work for favorable treatment of the O&P business in laws, regulation and services; to help members improve their management and marketing skills; and to raise awareness and understanding of the industry and the association. aopanet.org
Amp'd
Their Mission: to provide people with limb loss/difference resources that allow them to live to their fullest potential. By amputees. For amputees. Amp'd connects you to the limb loss/difference community directly. Whether you're looking to learn, become an advocate for others, or speak directly with your peers, Amp'd has the tools and services to help you achieve your goals. www.ampdlife.org
Amputee Blade Runners
Amputee Blade Runners was founded by two prosthetists, with the idea that giving someone one piece of equipment could change their life. Blade Runners is a nonprofit organization that helps provide free running prosthetics for amputees. Health insurance companies have declared running prosthetics as “not medically necessary” and do not cover their cost. This organization helps amputees keep an active lifestyle by providing this vital equipment free of charge. Blade Runners' goal is to provide a running prosthesis to one athlete in all 50 states. amputeebladerunners.com
Amputee Coalition
Their Mission: To reach out to and empower people affected by limb loss to achieve their full potential through education, support and advocacy, and to promote limb loss prevention. Key Tenets: Limb Loss Is Not Uncommon, and Becoming Less Uncommon Every Day. The Amputee Coalition works to ensure that no amputee feels alone through pre- and post-amputation and recovery. The Amputee Coalition is one of the largest amputee organizations in the U.S. and works to help amputees and their families live life to the fullest after amputation. amputee-coalition.org
Arthritis Foundation
A voluntary health agency covering all arthritis and related conditions. arthritis.org
Camp No Limits
Camp No Limits is the only camp for young people with limb loss and their families, creating a network of support for all the campers. Camp No Limits offers therapeutic programs with specialized professionals, including physical and occupational therapists, prosthetists and adult amputees role models. nolimitsfoundation.org
Challenged Athletes Foundation
It is the mission of the Challenged Athletes Foundation® (CAF) to provide opportunities and support to people with physical disabilities so they can pursue active lifestyles through physical fitness and competitive athletics. CAF believes that involvement in sports at any level increases self-esteem, encourages independence and enhances quality of life. challengedathletes.org
Disabled American Veterans Charitable Services Trust
The Disabled American Veterans National Organization set up the DAV Charitable Service Trust to advance initiatives that might not fit easily into the scheme of what is traditionally offered through the VA, state veterans' programs, or the veterans' service organizations. cst.dav.org
Disabled Sports USA
Providing adaptive sports opportunities for people with disabilities to develop independence, confidence and fitness through sports. disabledsportsusa.org
The Given Limb Foundation
The Given Limb Foundation is dedicated to improving the lives of individuals with amputations or diminished use of their limbs throughout the world. We aim to support outreach, education, research, and support for those who are facing or have had limb amputations or diminished use of their limbs, particularly our wounded military. givenlimb.org
The Heather Abbott Foundation
The Heather Abbott Foundation helps provide customized prostheses to those who have suffered limb loss through traumatic circumstances. heatherabbottfoundation.org
Inner Wheel USA Foundation
Inner Wheel U.S.A. is part of an international women’s service organization. Members spread friendship, understanding, and encourage personal service throughout our nation and the world! Inner Wheel USA has a project that provides upper extremity myoelectric prosthesis to limb deficient children. innerwheelusa.com
International Child Amputee Network
International Child Amputee Network (I-CAN), a 501(c)(3) organization, is dedicated to promoting education, support, information, and empowerment to traumatic and congenital limb different children and their families. I-CAN is committed to bringing together these children and their families to enhance the quality of life for the children and young adults based on the concept of mentors helping families, parents helping parents, and kids helping kids. child-amputee.net
Limbs for Life Foundation
The Limbs for Life Foundation is a global nonprofit organization dedicated to providing fully-functional prosthetic care for individuals who cannot otherwise afford it and raising awareness of the challenges facing amputees. limbsforlife.org
National Association for the Advancement of Orthotics and Prosthetics
National Association for the Advancement of Orthotics & Prosthetics. Your voice for professional O&P patient care and government agency advocate. www.naaop.org
National Commission on Orthotic & Prosthetic Education
The National Commission on Orthotic and Prosthetic Education (NCOPE) is the accreditation body for the orthotics and prosthetics (O&P) profession. As such, its primary mission and obligation is to ensure educational and residency programs meet the minimum standards of quality to prepare individuals to enter the O&P profession. www.ncope.org
OandP.com
OandP.com is the leading online information resource for practitioners, amputees and health professionals. This site includes peer-reviewed articles and other industry resources to increase knowledge and understanding of orthotics and prosthetics concepts and technology. oandp.com
Orthotic and Prosthetic Assistance Fund
The Orthotic & Prosthetic Activities Foundation (OPAF) is a nonprofit organization, a 501(c) (3) public charity, established and incorporated in January 1995 by the former Orthotics and Prosthetics National Office. OPAF was initially dedicated to providing financial and in-kind support to the 1996 Paralympics, OPAF now generates its own initiatives through partnerships with individuals, organizations, and institutions engaged in improving the quality of life for O&P patients through health and fitness programs, and raising public awareness of physical disability. opaffirstclinics.org
OttoBock
Mobility for people: the name Ottobock stands for high-quality, functional and technologically outstanding products and services around the world. Not only does Ottobock set the standard for the highest quality orthotic and prosthetic components and technology, but it provides an abundance of resources for patients and practitioners. Ottobock's website and youtube channel share unique content such as strength training and modified methods for amputees and the disabled as well as in-depth technical information regarding their products and advanced techniques. ottobockus.com
The prosthetic foundation
To provide support and access for uninsured or under-insured amputees to obtain quality prosthetics with comprehensive aftercare, and to generate public awareness for these individuals. Organization Vision: Restoring life, hope and independence through the ability to walk again. The Prosthetic Foundation is committed to ensuring that amputees not only receive a prosthesis but also receive the follow-up care that is essential in the successful outcome of regaining mobility and independence.
https://www.theprostheticfoundation.org/program/
The Texas workforce commission
The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) provides vocational rehabilitation services and coverage for prosthetic and orthotic devices if deemed necessary as part of your return to work plan. If you are currently unemployed, plan to return to work, and are in need of an orthotic or prosthetic device to make that possible, contact TWC today to find out how they can help! www.twc.texas.gov/jobseekers/vocational-rehabilitation-services
Wounded Warrior Project
Whether you are a wounded veteran looking for a new career or you are in need of an assistive device to get back to work and improve your daily life, Warriors to Work is here to help. woundedwarriorproject.org