Where does someone with limb loss or limb difference look for a group to share information about activities and common interests and issues. Is there such a group?

What you are looking for is usually called an amputee support group. These groups are not limited to amputees, since there are people with congenital limb loss or limb difference. There are several in the Maryland area and one of these might be convenient for you to attend. Support groups often host speakers on a variety of topics, and of course provide a forum for group members to ask questions, share ideas and socialize!

Support Groups: This list was composed prior to the COVID-19 pandemic. The pandemic may have caused some of these groups to make changes in their schedules, go virtual, or temporarily pause meetings. Check before making any plans to attend in person.

Easton Amputee Support Group click on this link to find out more. This group meets on the first Tuesday of the month, 6:00pm - 7:00pm. During Daylight Savings Time, November through March, the meeting will be earlier in the day, 3:30pm - 4:30pm.

MedStar Good Samaritan Amputee Support Group click on this link to find out more. This group meets on the fourth Wednesday of the month, 1:30pm - 3:00pm. COVID NEWS! MedStar is hosting virtual support groups via Zoom. To attend, click on this link for information! MedStar Virtual Amputee Support Group.

Sinai Rehabilitation Amputee Support Group click on this link to find out more. This group meets on the second Tuesday of the month, 1:00pm - 3:00pm.

University of Maryland Rehabilitation Amputee Support Group click on this link to find out more. This group meets on the third Wednesday of the month, via Zoom from 3:30 - 4:30 PM. For Zoom information please call 410-448-6480 or email Karis.Smith@umm.edu.

Johns Hopkins Amputee Support Group - This group is currently meeting virtually on the 4th Tuesday of the month from 12:00pm-1:00pm. Except for April and December, which is the 3rd Tuesday of the month. For program information and a link to the Zoom meeting, contact Ed Lyons, PT at elyons6@jhmi.edu or you can give him a call at 443-983-1874 or 410-614-3235.

You can find additional information about support groups on the Amputee Coalition’s website by clicking here. If you are interesting in starting a support group, you can also find that information on the AC website.

Many attendees find that participating in a support group is very rewarding!