Every April, the Amputee Coalition (AC) sponsors Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month (LLLDAM). More than 5.6 million people in the US are living with limb loss or limb difference. LLLDAM is an opportunity for members of the community, family, friends and allies to focus on spreading awareness, participating in educational events, and engaging in advocacy efforts.

At Dankmeyer, we are proud of our long history of engagement with the Amputee Coalition and its mission. We support LLLDAM each April in a number of ways. This year, we are thrilled to super numerous events around the state hosted by our clinical partners. We hope that you will join our team each Wednesday in April by wearing Orange in support! When you come to our offices in April, you may see us making and wears orange ribbons, and we are happy to share! We invite you to join us in the events happening this April—see the information below for details!

THESE ARE EVENTS FOR 2026!

The list below includes events in chronological order. Please continue scrolling down for more information!

  • Saturday, April 11th: Adaptive Sailing & Access-Ability Saturday Volunteer Training

  • Tuesday, April 14th: MedStar Limb Loss Resource Fair

  • Saturday, April 18th: American Amputee Soccer Association Match

  • Sunday, April 19th: Yoga 4 Amputees Workshop

  • Saturday, April 25th: Show Your Mettle Day!

  • Tuesday, April 28th: Johns Hopkins Rehabilitation Network Limb Loss and Restoration Symposium

  • Sunday, May 3rd: Johns Hopkins Limb Loss and Stroke Survivor Walk-N-Roll-a-Thon

  • Friday, May 8th: American Amputee Soccer Association Mid-Atlantic Clinic

SATURDAY, APRIL 11TH: ADAPTIVE SAILING & ACCESS-ABILITY SATURDAY VOLUNTEER TRAINING

In honor of Limb Loss & Limb Difference Awareness Month, the Downtown Sailing Center (DSC) is proud to highlight Access-Ability—their inclusive sailing program designed to ensure that individuals of all abilities can experience the freedom and empowerment of being on the water! Located in Baltimore, DSC excited to invite you to their Spring training session, perfect for new volunteers and seasoned sailors alike. This training is an excellent opportunity to brush up on skills and gain important knowledge about supporting our Adaptive Sailing programs.

This season kicks off with a Volunteer Training on April 11, equipping community members with the skills to support adaptive sailors in a safe, welcoming environment. Access-Ability Saturday Sailing begin May 2 and will run every other Saturday throughout the season, creating consistent opportunities for participants to build confidence, connection, and joy through sailing.

Registration for the May 2 session opens April 4 at downtownsailing.org/adaptivecalendar. Join us in celebrating resilience, expanding access, and making the water a place for everyone.

Dates:

April 4: Registration opens for the first Access-Ability Saturday event

April 11: Volunteer training for Access-Ability sailing (registration open now)

May 2: First Access-Ability Saturday (volunteer registration open now, participant registration opens April 4)

What to Expect:

  • Preparing for the Adaptive Sailing Season

  • Disabilities Awareness Training

  • Volunteer Roles Overview

  • Equipment Set-Up (Hoyer)

  • Transfer Assistance Techniques

  • Hansa (Rigging & Derigging)

The April 11th session is the only dedicated Access-Ability training scheduled for 2026, making it an essential opportunity to learn, ask questions, and prepare for the season ahead. There is free onsite parking. Mobility and/or public transition is an option to access the sailing center. Life jackets are provided. Docks are wheelchair accessible and Hoyer lifts are available. To learn more and register, click the link above!

TUESDAY, APRIL 14TH: MEDSTAR LIMB LOSS RESOURCE FAIR

SATURDAY, APRIL 18TH: AASA INTERNATIONAL TOURNAMENT

The American Amputee Soccer Association (AASA) Men's Program will be playing in an international match in Georgetown, DC on April 18th, 2026! We would love local individuals to come out and support/cheer on the teams. Stay tuned for more information!

SUNDAY, APRIL 19TH: YOGA 4 AMPUTEES WORKSHOP

SHOW YOUR METTLE!

April 25, 2026

Save the Date!

The last Saturday of April is “Show Your Mettle Day”, a day to empower individuals to show off their “mettle” (i.e. prosthetic devices, orthotic devices, wheelchairs, crutches, canes, etc.) This year, on 4/25/2026, post a picture of you in your “mettle” and share a photo of what represents your strength. A medal, metal, prosthesis, or something meaningful to you. Tell us what it symbolizes on your journey.

Tag us and the @AmputeeCoalition in your post! #ShowYourMettle #LLLDAM2026 #40YearsStrong

SYMPOSIUM EVENT!

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SYMPOSIUM EVENT! 〰️

TUESDAY, APRIL 28TH: JOHNS HOPKINS REHABILITATION NETWORK LIMB LOSS AND RESTORATION SYMPOSIUM

We are thrilled to share that the 6th Annual Johns Hopkins Limb Loss and Restoration Symposium is offering an in person attendance opportunity this year! More information can be found in the flyers below, and you can click here to register.

SUNDAY, MAY 3RD: JOHNS HOPKINS LIMB LOSS AND STROKE SURVIVOR WALK-N-ROLL-A-THON

Click here to register for Walk-N-Roll!

*Please note: The walk is taking place at a different location than previous years.

FRIDAY, MAY 8TH: AMERICAN AMPUTEE SOCCER ASSOCIATION MID-ATLANTIC CLINIC

This clinic will take from from 4 - 5pm—please stay tuned for more details! For more information, email Emily Maxwell at: emaxwell@usampsoccer.org

For a complete list of activities and available materials, visit the AC site’s LLLDAM page, by clicking here. We encourage patients to actively advocate for themselves and their needs. Your voice is important! You can get more information on Advocacy by visiting our webpage here. If you have any questions about LLLDAM, please email info@dankmeyer.com or call us at 410-636-8114.