Amputees Newcastle

Amputees Newcastle Amputee support group Amputees and Associates, Newcastle and Northern Region Inc (AANNR)

Established in 1976 by a group of Amputees within the Hunter Region.

AANNR is Incorporated and has Charity Authority to fund raise and is affiliated with the NSW Amputee Association. AANNR supports all amputees and if requested will offer emotional support to their families. There are no age restrictions. AANNR covers a large region, extending from the northern region of the Central Coast; to the west as far as Cessnock and Kurri Kurri and to the north as far as Bu

lahdelah. Thank you for accessing this web site if you are interested in the association or are an amputee please contact us – we would love to hear from you..

09/03/2026

Our next meeting is to be held on Thursday March 19th at ForMotion (formerly APC) Rooms at Charlestown commencing at 1pm.

Everybody is welcome, and feel free to drag along any other Amputees or their family you may know 🙂

Many Thanks

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Who we are –
Amputees Newcastle are Volunteers who freely and willingly provide Peer Support to fellow amputees of all types. We support all amputees, new and the not so new, and can simply listen to concerns, difficulties and fears and discuss current or future issues with our own experiences as reference and guidance. We do NOT offer medical advice, and cannot predict what will be possible as all amputees have vastly different contributing factors and mindsets, no two amputee journeys are the same.
We welcome and invite amputees and their partners/carers to join us as members, and those interested in participation in our Peer Support work would be encouraged to get in touch, Amputee Peer Support training is provided.
Amputees Newcastle is a non-profit, self-help style local community organisation dedicated to promoting and supporting the needs of amputees,family,friends and carers.
Our goal is to ensure that nobody goes through limb loss alone and that everyone has access to information and support they need to move towards reaching their goals, no matter how big or small. We try to provide a range of services and activities for individuals, families and the wider amputee community..
Our roles include:
• Peer support
• Information relevant to limb loss or limb difference
• Social outings, events.
• Advocacy
Amputee support groups aim to provide a safe and supportive environment for individuals living with limb loss or limb difference as well as their family members. They are an invaluable resource to learn and share with others who have overcome similar challenges and setbacks.
Anyone interested or with questions should contact the President, Mr David Windeyer on , the Secretary, Mr Jeff Green on 0418 218236 or via email at [email protected] .

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04/02/2026

Hi all, time for a long overdue update!!! Amputees Newcastle continues it's core role of providing Amputee Peer Support at Rankin Park, John Hunter and elsewhere as requested. Sadly there's no shortage of clients and we usually engage with anything upward of 6 - 8 people each week, and we are well supported by the Staff we interact with. Around April we will be acknowledging 50 years of Service by our group and will hold a modest function to recognise the achievements made in this time, e.g. the establishment of the Hunter Limb Centre was the result of our founders and members working for it from 1976 on. We will advise the date, time, location when all is confirmed. Past members are encouraged to attend, as well as any interested Amputees & Associates. A brief bio is included below, and please don't hesitate to enquire about anything including joining our team. With sincere thanks, J Green Secretary.

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09/03/2025

PLEASE NOTE: The meeting scheduled for this Thursday 13/3, now needs to be rescheduled to next Thursday 20/3. Apologies for any inconvenience.

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09/03/2025

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09/03/2025

Please be advised that we intend to hold a general meeting this Thursday, March 13. Start time will be 1pm and we meet at the APC Facility at Charlestown, accessed from the Cinema Complex carpark.

All members & visitors most welcome.

Regards

Jeff Green JP
Secretary
Amputees & Associates, Newcastle & Northern Region Inc.
[email protected]
0402392579

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17/02/2025

Members, guests & friends we haven't met yet! If you are free and peckish around 12pm on Thursday February 27th, come and join us for a social catch up/ lunch at Cardiff RSL. Everyone welcome! No booking required, just get up and show up :)

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20/01/2025

Just a reminder our first meeting for the year will be held This Thursday, January 23rd at 1pm. The venue will be at the APC Prosthetics facility at Charlestown. Please arrive at 100pm for a 110pm start. Members and visitors all welcome, we look forward to seeing you all.

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On behalf of Amputees Newcastle we would like to wish for everyone to have a safe and relaxing Christmas & New Year. . L...
23/12/2024

On behalf of Amputees Newcastle we would like to wish for everyone to have a safe and relaxing Christmas & New Year. . Looking forward to a new and exciting 2025 :) We will still be available by phone if support is needed. Merry Christmas to all

Hi,I have just been advised by Aaron Newton, one of John's sons, that John's service will be conducted at Pettigrew's Fu...
06/12/2024

Hi,

I have just been advised by Aaron Newton, one of John's sons, that John's service will be conducted at Pettigrew's Funeral Directors, at 7 Murray Dwyer Circuit Mayfield West. This is located in the newer Steel River precinct on the Western end of the Industrial Highway. Map attached.

Commencement time will be 930am on Friday December 13th.

Regards

Jeff Green JP
Secretary
Amputees & Associates, Newcastle & Northern Region Inc.
[email protected]
0402392579

04/12/2024

From our President:

Please be regretfully advised that founding, life, and long term member John Newton has passed away this morning (Wed 4-12-24). After being admitted to hospital then transferred to a care facility, John's health continued to decline rapidly in recent weeks. David was advised by Darrell Sparke and we will provide further information when it becomes available. John turned 81 yesterday.

John should be remembered for his contribution to the greater amputee community, and the various associations and roles he has acted in over many years.

Vale John Newton OAM/BEM/JP (Ret.)

Respectfully & Sincerely

Jeff Green JP
Secretary
Amputees & Associates, Newcastle & Northern Region Inc.
[email protected]
0402392579

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Amputees and Associates, Newcastle and Northern Region Inc (AANNR) Established in 1976 by a group of Amputees within the Hunter Region. AANNR is Incorporated and has Charity Authority to fund raise and is affiliated with the NSW Amputee Association. AANNR supports all amputees and if requested will offer emotional support to their families. There are no age restrictions. AANNR covers a large region, extending from the northern region of the Central Coast; to the west as far as Cessnock and Kurri Kurri and to the north as far as Bulahdelah. Thank you for accessing this web site if you are interested in the association or are an amputee please contact us – we would love to hear from you..