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Limbs 4 Kids

The Limbs 4 Kids program is an initiative of Limbs 4 Life and has been specifically tailored to provide support to parents of children directly impacted by limb loss (amputation) or congenital birth deficiencies.

Vision and mission

Our Mission

To provide information and support to amputees and their families while promoting an inclusive community.

Our Vision

To ensure that no amputee goes through the process of limbs loss alone.

Our Guiding Philosophy

Limbs 4 Life empowers amputees with knowledge and support to make a real difference, because no one should have to go through amputation alone.

How Limbs 4 Kids can help

Limbs 4 Kids is a national program that supports parents of children born with limb deficiencies and/or children or adolescents who undergo an amputation early in life.

They support parents and children by:

  • sharing up-to-date information about all aspects limb difference to empower families to make informed decisions
  • raising awareness in the community so limb difference is better understood
  • connecting families at events, or via social media channels
  • advocating for the needs of people living with limb differences by lobbying governments and industries

Programs, apps and tools

  • Family support network — a private online group supporting parents and families of children with limb difference

Recommended links

Last reviewed: March 2023

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Supporting siblings | Limbs 4 Kids

Supporting siblings Siblings of children with a limb difference also need time and support to understand, adjust to and learn to live with that difference

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Travelling with a child with a limb difference | Limbs 4 Kids

Travelling with a child with a limb difference Travelling with a child with a limb difference may require some more planning before leaving home

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Advocating for your child | Limbs 4 Kids

Advocating for your child As a parent or carer of a child with a limb difference you will find yourself being their advocate as you talk with healthcare providers, teachers, community organisations, sporting and community groups, funders and government agencies

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Prosthetic limbs for children | Limbs 4 Kids

Prosthetic limbs for children A prosthesis is an artificial body part that is worn to replace all or part of an arm, leg, hand or foot

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Talking to your school or kinder about your child’s limb difference | Limbs 4 Kids

Talking to your school or kinder about your child’s limb difference Before you meet with the staff at your child’s kindergarten or school it’s a good idea to prepare a list of topics to discuss with them

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Managing pain  | Limbs 4 Kids

Managing pain  Some children and young people who have undergone an amputation may experience pain during their recovery and beyond

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Parking and public transport | Limbs 4 Kids

Parking and public transport Close parking and accessible transport can make a difference to the lives of parents and children with a limb difference

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List of community inclusion organisations | Limbs 4 Kids

List of community inclusion organisations Community inclusion means that all people, regardless of their age, disability, gender, religion, sexual preference or nationality, have a right to participate fully in their community and have the same choices, opportunities and experiences as others

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Prosthetic provider list | Limbs 4 Kids

Prosthetic provider list Are you looking for a specialist team that can help you to understand and choose the right prosthesis? Prosthetic providers can help match your child’s needs to a device solution, prescribe and fit it and provide follow up services to ensure their comfort

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Combatting bullying | Limbs 4 Kids

Combatting bullying Anyone can be bullied at any time of their life

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