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Cheers to 2024!
We're celebrating ten of the stories you loved in 2024, shining a light on amazing connections and outstanding achievements that ESFL was privileged to support.
Thank you for every moment that you've shared with ESFL. Whether you volunteered your time, donated to support an event, or shared a post, your actions made a difference.
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1) HANDS FREE: ADAPTIVE EQUIPMENT CATALOG
Finding tools you can trust takes time. Skip the line with the Hands Free Catalog, full of useful items for everyday life when living without both hands. More than 2,500 people have viewed or downloaded it since it's launch in April! Thanks to the authors, Hanger Foundation, and many others for making this incredible resource possible.
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2) UKRAINE OUTREACH WITH PROTEZ HUB
We recreated a Skills for Life experience for about 60 people in the Ukraine, including 7 US facilitators. Watch Ukraine Workshop to experience the impact of connection firsthand. We are grateful to Protez Hub and all of their sponsors for making this trip possible. It was an experience our ESFL team will never forget.
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Every month in our newsletters, we introduced a community member or group. This year we introduced you to Mike, Ania, Ronnie, Andriy/Alina, Steve, Ana, Lee, Little Love/Jacqui, Dane, Parent Roundtable, SDTC Triathlon Teams, and Drew. Here's to meeting more of our fabulous community in 2025! | In October we had an incredible panel of parents living without both hands or more who shared insights and tips for every age and family. Watch the recording | 5) RONNIE HINDSMAN'S BOWLING TOURNAMENT | It's impossible to overestimate the power of gathering for a purpose. For 6 years, Ronnie has held a bowling tournament to raise funds for Skills for Life attendees. This last year was exceptional, raising more than $21,000 which translates to about 20 attendees joining us in 2025 for SFL in Houston. Ronnie, thank you from the bottom of our hearts! Learn More | |
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Our 7th Skills for Life (SFL) Workshop is scheduled for Oct 16-18, 2025, in Houston, Texas. Watch for updates on the website or social media pages.
We've shared highlights from SFL6, and ask for your help sharing the prospectus with those who may want to sponsor or display at the event.
| Share the link to the SFL7 Prospectus with anyone who may want to exhibit or sponsor! | |
This video is a great way to learn about the SFL workshop (or relive the SFL6 magic).
Mark Your Calendars for October 16-28, 2025!
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PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP
This online community is alive with queries, tips, and connection. Regularly monitored to ensure safety and support, this unique group is full of heart and healing.
Contact Us for Link to Join
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6) ANDY MATTOX'S ROCK 'N BOWL WEEKEND
If ESFL is in Ohio, it must be time for Andy's fundraiser. From one-of-a-kind entertainment to adaptive bowling, it's centered on raising funds for people attending Skills for Life. Last year Andy raised over $34,000 which ensures we can continue hosting events, providing resources, making peer connections as well as provide financial assistance to attend our events. Thank you, Andy for all of your passion and energy for ESFL!
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7) SAN DIEGO TRIATHLON PARTICIPATION
In October, 13 of our ESFL competitors swam, ran, and cycled as teams of three on their way to the CAF finish line, cheering each other on alongside family members and friends! Hear how the participants feel about doing it again. (Spoiler alert: YES!) Watch our SDTC Recap.
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8) YOUTUBE CONTENT
You asked and we compiled great community insights on our YouTube Channel... from a "public bathroom how to" to a "driving with feet" discussion. Check out our Peer Channels too. Let us know if you have a channel or video to share. Skip the rabbit hole and find what you want to see!
ESFL YouTube
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9) PEER CONNECTIONS
It is hard to find others who are also living without both hands or all four limbs in your area. Sometimes the stars align and the perfect connection is less than 30 minutes away. Read More about Madi & Melissa's story.
Request a Peer Connection or just inquire about available resources by clicking here.
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10) GROWING ESFL STAFF & BOARD
We have a super fun and cohesive team. It has evolved and slowly grown in 2024. If you don't know the people behind making ESFL tick, make sure to check them out and if you know them send them a big thanks for all they do.
Meet our Team.
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ENHANCING SKILLS FOR LIFE | www.enhancingskillsforlife.org | |
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