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 -
1104 W. 34th St.
Austin, TX 78705
(512) 458-4589
http://www.travismedical.com/index.htm
Durable Medical Equipment –
5555 North Lamar, St L-127
Austin, Texas 78751
(512) 454-8663
Xmed Medical Superstore –
8002 Research Blvd
Austin, TX 78758
(512) 836-9400