Finding Your Feet Amputee Charity

Finding Your Feet supports amputees, those born without a limb, and their families - from peer support & counselling to inclusive activities, plus so much more. She survived, but the world looked completely different. What she needed most at that point was someone who truly understood what living with amputation was really like. So she built the support she wished she had. That became Finding Your Feet. We are Scotland’s only national charity dedicated to amputees, those born a without limb, and their families. Our community is made up of people with all sorts of stories. Some lose limbs through cancer, diabetes or sepsis, others after accidents or trauma, or because of long-term conditions, addiction or meningitis, and some are born that way. No matter how it happens, the impact is heavy. It touches confidence, independence, mental health and everyday life in ways most people never see. That is why our work matters. Physical recovery is only part of the journey. Loneliness, shock, uncertainty about what comes next and changes to identity can be every bit as tough. That is where we come in, with a mix of support, company and a bit of humour to make the harder days feel lighter. Our clubs and community help to change that. We run over 130 clubs and activities every month, online and in person across 12 regions throughout Scotland. These are more than activities, they are safe places where people can rebuild confidence and feel part of something again. Peer support sits at the heart of everything we do. Our Ampu-Teas clubs give people a chance to talk openly over a cuppa and share the things only another amputee truly understands. Alongside this, we offer physical sessions such as swimming, gym work and yoga, creative sessions including crafting and art, and quieter well-being spaces for those who simply need time and company. Well-being runs through everything we do. People can access counselling, resilience coaching, one-to-one guidance and goal setting for as long as they need it. We also run events and workshops, from family days that bring loved ones together to educational sessions that help people and their families navigate life after amputation. For anyone who is in hospital or struggling at home, our volunteers offer check-ins, phone calls and visits so no one feels left behind. We also give our community a voice. We challenge assumptions, celebrate difference and remind society that being unique is something to be valued. This is a community where people look out for each other, share the ups and downs and sometimes just pop in for a blether and a new pal. From vital support to big adventures, Finding Your Feet is a place of connection and understanding, where no one has to face limb loss alone.