Amputee Resources | Austin Prosthetic Center, Inc.

amputee education

Here at Austin Prosthetic Center we encourage you to ask about and take advantage of the available resources that offer a wealth of knowledge about life as an amputee, technology and healthcare concerns. Just go to our Contact page and let us know about your story and how we can be of assistance. Or submit a form if you have any questions about our prosthetic clinic.

Below is a list of online resources where you can find more information:

General Support

ADA Information (American Disabilities Act)

https://adata.org/learn-about-ada

Amputee Coalition – Quick links

http://www.amputee-coalition.org/

http://www.amputee-coalition.org/resources/online-communication-resources-for-those-with-limb-loss/

http://www.amputee-coalition.org/limb-loss-resource-center/

Amplitude Media Group

www.amplitude-media.com

Social Security – Benefits for Individuals with Disabilities

https://www.ssa.gov/disability/

http://www.disabilityrightstx.org/who-we-are

Below-Knee (Trans-Tibial) Amputees

www.oandp.com/resources/patientinfo/manuals/bkindex.htm

Above-Knee (Trans-Femoral) Amputees

http://www.oandp.com/resources/patientinfo/manuals/akindex.htm

Transportation Assistance

CARTS -
http://www.ridecarts.com/services/disability

METRO -
https://www.capmetro.org/metroaccess/

Home Modification Accessibility Assistance

Meals on Wheels Central TX (MOWCTX) – Home Repair
Greater Austin Home Safety Repair for Seniors and Adults with Disabilities
https://www.mealsonwheelscentraltexas.org/programs/home-repair-needs

Meals on Wheels Central TX (MOWCTX) – Handy Wheels
Greater Austin Minor Home Repair for Seniors and Adults with Disabilities
https://www.mealsonwheelscentraltexas.org/programs/handy-wheels

Texas Ramp Project –
http://www.texasramps.org/

CHAMP (Critical Housing Accessibility Modification Program)
http://www.easterseals.com/centraltx/our-programs/adult-services/community-housing- services/champ.html

In-Home Care and Assistance

Meals on Wheels Central TX (MOWCTX) – HAND
https://www.mealsonwheelscentraltexas.org/programs/hand-in-home-care

Vehicle Modification

MobilityWorks of Austin -
   Address: 239 Commercial Dr.
   Buda, TX 78610
   General Inquiries:
   1-877-275-4907

https://www.mobilityworks.com/financing/automotive-mobility-programs.php

https://www.mobilityworks.com/mobilityworks-locations/austin-tx.php

United Access -
   Address: 15301 I-35 Ste A
   Pflugerville, TX 78660
   Phone Number:
   512-436-0820

www.unitedaccess.com/handicap-vans-for-sale-austin-tx.html

Durable Medical Equipment (DME)

Travis Medical Sales Corporation -