On August 16, 2005, Jordan Thomas, then 16, lost both of his legs below the knee at at the age of 16 as the result of a boating accident. An avid golfer since he was old enough to hold a club, Jordan was determined to get back in the game. He said, “If I work hard at this, I know I’ll be back.” The Golf Channel did a great job
Roger Simon–writer, commentator and the chief political columnist of Politico–shared his personal POA experience and observations in a thoughtfully written article, “Walking Tall,” on Creators.com. Thank you for your kind words, Roger! Click here to read article Roger, a bilateral BK/Symes amputee, has been a POA patient since 2010, a year after losing his legs to a severe blood infection.
Chris and Dana Self….hanging out with Prince Harry at the 2013 Warrior Games. And by the way, Chris just captured Gold in cycling for the 2nd year in a row!!!!! Congrats!!!!
Happy Mother’s Day to all the ladies of POA! <3 LIVE OUT LOUD. Celebrate Your Abilities like these Women (who happen to be amputees) Do!
Former NFL player Reggie Williams, who now lives in Orlando, was recently at POA to work with Stan and Steve and have his orthopedic device needs reassessed. The Washington Post featured Reggie in an article yesterday, chronicling the health problems which stem from his playing career. (POA patients will recognize Simba’s favorite–not–skeleton in the photo below.) Click here to read Washingston Post article
Yesterday we witnessed both Amanda and Hilary making great strides in their return to independence!! We are so proud of these strong women, and blessed to be part of their team. “The #1 reason people quit is because they focus on how far they have to go, instead of how far they have COME.” Don’t quit. Be inspired!!! Click here to view video
POA’s “Z” (bilateral above knee amputee) shared the following video link and message: “Special thanks to everyone at POA–especially Stan Patterson–for giving me my ‘wings!’ Without sockets which fit comfortably and securely I would not have been able to experience this great adventure, as well as many other things able-bodied people take for granted. With a strong spirit and great team, all things are possible!” Z Flies
Steve Chamberland of 50Legs.org teamed with POA to provide some of the funding for prosthetic care of these 5 lovely little ladies! 50Legs.org is a non-profit organization which Steve, a former pro wrestler and below-knee amputee, established to provide funding for prosthetic care for children in need. You can read more about Steve and his wonderful organization by visiting 50Legs.org (website) or the 50Legs Facebook page.
The Wounded Warrior Project asked POA patient Chis Gordon to appear in their latest TV Spot, “Injuries and Experiences.” Wounded Warrior TV Spot
At the request of the ABC show, 20/20, Bree flew to Boston to meet and give hope to victims who lost limbs as a result of the Boston Marathon bombing. Bree McMahon on ABC News 20/20
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