Up-to-date information about Hanger Clinic’s response
Learn. Share. Live.
Sharing experiences, challenges, and fears with others can reveal solutions, hope, and new possibilities.
Beyond clinical care, we connect people to one another through AMPOWER®, the largest peer-to-peer support program and online community for people with limb loss or limb difference.
The mission of AMPOWER is to empower and strengthen those affected by amputation or limb difference through peer mentorship, education, and community. It consists of a nationwide network of trained peer mentors who have successfully recovered and rehabilitated following amputation and want to share their personal experiences with you.
AMPOWER peer mentors can connect with you and your loved ones in person, over the phone, or online. They can help:
- Answer a range of basic questions about the recovery process, using a prosthesis, and the concerns of daily living
- Provide emotional support, with a firsthand understanding of the grieving process
- Share information and resources
New YouTube Series
Join Community Care Coordinators Cameron Clapp and Pedro Pimenta for One Arm Between Us, an ongoing YouTube series where they share their experiences as amputees and discuss issues that affect the limb loss and limb difference community.
Patient Stories
Request a Peer Visit
Meet with a certified peer mentor who can provide support and encouragement throughout your recovery process.
Join the Free, Online Community
AMPOWER created a private, online community for amputees, family members, and care providers to connect with each other and discuss a variety of topics related to living with limb loss.
Caregiver Support Resources
Limb loss and mobility difficulties can have an effect on everyone involved, including family members and caregivers. Learn how to best care for yourself and your loved one.
Additional Resources
There are a range of organizations that provide support for individuals with limb loss, mobility difficulties, and other health issues.