POA’s Scout Bassett breaks World Record!
Sending a shout out to Scout Bassett! She set a new world record in the 400m this weekend! #POAProud
Amy Purdy and Celeste Corcoran–both bilateral amputees–are #POAStrong
Two of the most *wicked strong* survivors and amazing women we know–Amy Purdy and Celeste Corcoran–are in the (POA) house today! #BostonStrong #LiveBeyondLimits #POAOrlando
Ireland Nugent begins prosthetic fitting process at POA, 6/13/2013
Today we met Ireland Nugent and her family. Ireland, who lost both her feet in a lawnmower accident, is now ready to begin the prosthetic fitting process. It won’t be long before she is walking (and anything else she wants to do) again! ♥ Click on following link for news story and video. Ireland’s first visit to POA
Meet Hernan Knob of Colombia, and read his incredible story of survival, 10/23/2013
The time was 3:30 am on June 5, 1993, in Pereira, Colombia. Hernan Knob, then a 22-year-old college student, had just finished a shift at a popular night club when he heard a knock at the door. As Hernan turned the knob and opened the door he was met by a blinding light and tremendous explosion. What happened next forever changed the path of his life. A LITTLE HISTORY OF
POA’s Celeste Corcoran, Boston Bombing Survivor, on TODAY Show this morning, Oct 16 2013
Celeste and Sydney Corcoran featured on TODAY Show this morning. Lots of good footage of Celeste’s two weeks at POA, and all the great strides she made in her recovery while here — first haircut and driving for first time! Click Here to view TODAY Show video #BostonStrong #CorcoranStrong #TodayShow
Ireland Nugent’s new prosthetic legs!
We fit Ireland Nugent with new prosthetic legs last week. Feeling much more comfortable with the process this time, she even helped Stan cast the molds! Ireland’s New Legs!♥ #NoBoundaries
Celeste Corcoran, Moving Forward!
Celeste Corcoran attended a CAF running clinic in Boston this weekend. You’re looking great, Celeste! ♥ Click here to view NBC newscast #BostonStrong #MovingForward
WKMG update on Ireland Nugent
Following news story was filmed at POA last week. Ireland Nugent update WKMG Orlando
Bella taking Big Steps Toward Independence!
Less than a month after she took her first steps, Bella stopped in to show us what she is doing now! Way to go, Bella! ♥ Click here to view video of Bella #POAProud
Rollerblading on a Prosthetic Leg?? Ellie Can!
Amputee rollerblading?? Who wants to give it a try? #Believe #POAKids #WeCan Click here to view video of Ellie Rollerblading