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EXETER – The War Amps began its 2021 key tag mailing to Exeter residents last week with the theme “You Are a Part of What We Do,” marking the 75
th anniversary of the Association’s Key Tag Service and paying tribute to the public for helping make it a success.
In the letter accompanying the key tags, parents Tracie and Jeremy describe how The War Amps has supported their family from the day their daughter, Michaela Blakslee, was born missing part of her left arm, as well as some fingers and toes.
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The War Amps Key Tag Service is celebrating a milestone this year – its 75th anniversary. The service has not only been reuniting Canadians with their lost keys, but it has also been helping to make a difference in the lives of amputees. To date, more than 1.5 million sets of lost keys have been returned to their owners. Although it’s a free service, donations enable the Association to operate its many programs for amputees, including veterans and children.
I am a right leg amputee and was enrolled in The War Amps Child Amputee (CHAMP) Program shortly after I was born. The Association has provided invaluable support including funding for my artificial limbs, which allow me to be active and independent. Growing up, I also attended CHAMP seminars where I met other amputees just like me and learned to be proud of my amputation.
The War Amps Key Tag Service is celebrating a milestone this year â its 75th anniversary.
The service has not only been reuniting Canadians with their lost keys, it has been helping to make a difference in the lives of amputees. To date, more than 1.5 million sets of lost keys have been returned to their owners. Although itâs a free service, donations enable the association to operate its many programs for amputees, including veterans and children.
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The War Amps begins its 2021 key tag mailing to Strathroy residents this week with the theme “You Are a Part of What We Do”, marking the 75th anniversary of the Association’s Key Tag Service and paying tribute to the public for helping make it a success. In the letter accompanying the key tags, parents Tracie and Jeremy describe how The War Amps has supported their family, from the day their daughter, Michaela Blakslee, was born missing part of her left arm, as well as some fingers and toes. Michaela receives financial assistance for artificial limbs and devices and also attends regional seminars where Champs and their parents learn about the latest in artificial limbs, dealing with teasing and staring, and parenting an amputee child.
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