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SUPPORT
NETWORK
Having the support of other amputees can be
invaluable to one's recovery. Initially I wanted all Hemipelvectomies and Hip-disarticulations
(HP or HD) to participate in the Support Network.
However, I have since learned that not all amputees
make good peer counselors. Experienced amputees who have successfully made
the transition to a new life are the people best qualified to help. Better
yet are those who have the information and resources available on hand and have
the objectivity and listening skills acquired by the peer support training
courses offered by the
Amputee Coalition of America National Peer Network.
However, this is
not mandatory and many veteran amputees have come forward to share their
experience. To
participate in the Support Network, E-mail to christina@hphdhelp.org
or write to the address at the bottom of this page.
Please provide a short biography about
yourself and only that personal information you feel comfortable in sharing.
Pictures are
encouraged in electronic format, preferably in JPG
format as an attachment to an e-mail. Most
importantly, indicate if you are willing to have others contact you, either by e-mail or
phone. In the interest of personal privacy, only first names and e-mail addresses will be
published on this list. Be aware that by going public,
you may receive unwanted and sometimes inappropriate contact from strangers.
If you are interested in participating in the Support Network, but
prefer not to go public with personal information, I have created an
alternative "databank" with names, phone numbers and e-mail addresses which will
be shared privately with your expressed permission.
Each individual on this list is willing to be
contacted by others and will try to answer your questions. The list is loosely organized
by geographical location, with a separate section for Internal Hemipelvectomies. Read
through them all to realize you are truly not alone anymore. Look for someone in your
area, similar age, sex or interests for contact.
USA -
EASTERN REGION
USA - CENTRAL REGION
USA - ROCKY MOUNTAIN REGION
USA - WEST COAST REGION
EUROPE
CANADA & AUSTRALIA
BILATERAL AMPUTEES &
INTERNAL HEMIPELVECTOMIES
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