Amputee Coalition of BC Society
What is ACBC?
The Amputee Coalition of BC Society is a not-for-profit society, originated and driven by amputees, dedicated to assisting people with limb loss along with their families and friends.
How can we help?
Help with finding support groups in your area
Find a Prosthetist in Canada - Orthotics and Prosthetics Canada (National Website of registered providers throughout Canada)
Find a Prosthetist in BC - Prosthetics and Orthotics Association of British Columbia (Provincial Organization)
Stump care
Resources for pre- and post-limb loss
Our Vision:
Amputees Moving Forward – No Limits
Community Events and Projects
Looking for 10 individuals with lower limb amputation who are aged more than 50 years, have a unilateral lower limb amputation and using a prosthesis for at least 1 year up to 10 years in the Lower Mainland for a research study using an online tablet-based education program. Please call us or send us an email to learn more.
Contact us to learn more: 604-734-1313 ext. 6292 or elham.esfandiari@ubc.ca
The provincial government is funding a Complex Medical Dental (CMD) pilot project led by the BC Dental Association (BCDA). The pilot will create new opportunities to receive dental coverage for recipients of disability assistance, income assistance, and their families.
Information relating to amputation and all matters related to same contained in the Amputee Coalition of BC Society website (www.amputees.ca) and information provided in other formats such as printed materials is intended to be used for general information only and should not replace consultation with healthcare professionals. (Consult with a qualified healthcare professional before making medical decisions or if you have questions about your individual situation.)
The Amputee Coalition of BC Society makes every effort to ensure that the information on our website and in our printed materials is accurate and reliable, but cannot guarantee that it is error free or complete.
The Amputee Coalition of BC Society does not endorse any product, treatment or therapy; neither does it evaluate the quality of services operated by other organizations mentioned or linked to www.amputees.ca or referred to in any manner in any of our printed materials.