To empower, educate and connect those living without both arms or more

January 2024 Newsletter

Faces of ESFL

Ronnie Hindsman

Once a year, Triple J Lanes in Livingston, Texas, hosts Ronnie Hindsman’s Bowling Tournament. In addition to the serious bowlers aiming for a perfect 300, you will also see a group sharing tips and tricks for getting the ball down the lane – sometimes for the first time. Many of them are using a special adaptive device since, like Ronnie, they are living without both hands.

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Get to know more about Ronnie and his bowling tournament- watch the video

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Message from the Executive Director

In honor of a certain holiday that happens every February 14th, we wanted to make sure everyone is familiar with or practicing Self-love. Self-love is a state of appreciation for oneself that grows from actions that support our physical, psychological and spiritual growth. Self-love means having a high regard for your own well-being and happiness. Self-love means taking care of your own needs and not sacrificing your well-being to please others.

Here we Grow...

If you have been following us for a while, you know that in recent months our community is growing in the numbers of people with bilateral upper limb loss/limb difference we support, in staff, and in resources.

At ESFL, our goal is to educate, empower and connect those living without both arms or more. We are proud that our recent growth supports that mission. In the coming months, you will hear more about a comprehensive adaptive equipment catalog, details about Skills for Life 7 and our efforts to solidify strategic partnerships that will keep us on our path.

Please keep reading below for important information and updates. If you have information to include in March's newsletter please reach out, we would love to hear from you!

Warm regards,

Latest News, Tips & Resources

Ronnie Hindsman's 6th Annual Bowling Tournament!

We are excited to watch this event grow every year and we would love to have you join Ronnie for his SIXTH annual bowling tournament taking place February 17-18, 2024 in Livingston, TX! See Ronnie's website for more information including registration, rules and how to donate items for the raffle.

Bowling Shift Start Times:

Saturday, 10am and 2pm

Sunday, 11am

Did You Know?

Amplitude has created an amputee community resource directory...

The directory lists hundreds of organizations that offer various types of resources for amputees. This searchable, user-friendly database includes contact information, website links, and descriptions to help you easily find resources for amputees.

Amputee Community Resource Directory

ESFL Zooms

Victoria (Torie) Mugo

In January, ESFL hosted a well-attended fitness and wellbeing webinar featuring Torie Mugo for a conversation on:

· The importance of staying fit as an amputee

· Fitness helpers and exercise modification

· Simple healthy habits for an amputee lifestyle

You can view the video here

Upcoming Events & Programs

Feb

17-18

Ronnie Hindsman's 6th Annual Bowling Tournament

Website

Livingston, TX

Mar

6-9

American Academy of Orthotists & Prosthetists (AAOP)

Website

Chicago, IL

Apr

24-27

Association of Children's Prosthetic-Orthotic Clinics (ACPOC)

Website

Denver, CO

Aug

7-10

Amputee Coalition National Conference

Website

Atlanta, GA

Sept

27-29

Andy Mattox's 2nd Annual Rock & Bowl Fundraiser

Website

Medina, OH

Get Involved!

Thank you to those who contacted us over the past few months! We are still looking for help, so let us know if you have time, experience, resources, or referrals/connections with any of the below.

SFL 7 Planning Committee

ESFL Resources

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Meet Our Team

Change a Life, Donate Today

The Skills for Life workshop was developed in 2002 with a specific focus on people living without both arms or more and the unique set of circumstances they face on a daily basis. The nonprofit was founded in 2017 to ensure we could continue supporting the members of our community with programs, events, resources, and connections. Please click the Venmo or PayPal donate buttons in this section to donate. PayPal allows you to donate via your account or with a credit card. Venmo requires you to have an account. Donations can also be made via check, payable to Enhancing Skills for Life, 16111 Park Center Dr, Houston, TX 77059.

Any and all donations, large or small, are greatly appreciated!

Enhancing Skills for Life, 501c3 Tax ID: 81-2619137.