Steel Bones Amputee Mental Wellbeing Blogs
Emma’s story as a Family Carer – “I was told ‘this is about you’, I wasn’t used to that”
Emma’s story as a Family Carer – “I was told ‘this is about you’, I wasn’t used to that” 1st November 16 “I wasn’t used to asking for help, not even from my family, but I knew I had to do something,” said Emma Joy-Staines, feeling increasingly desperate and exhausted...
Life as an Amputee: Recovery, Challenges and Thriving After Limb Loss
Introduction: Understanding Life After Amputation Living as an amputee is a journey of resilience, adaptation, and determination. For many people, amputation marks the beginning of a completely new chapter—one filled with both challenges and opportunities for growth....
Holistic Healing
Holistic Healing for Amputees: Supporting Mind, Body and Beyond At Steel Bones, we know that healing after limb loss is about so much more than physical recovery. While prosthetics, physiotherapy, and medical care are vital, true rehabilitation is holistic—supporting...
New series of exercise videos, by amputees for amputees, just launched!
New series of exercise videos, by amputees for amputees, just launched! Completely free Evidence-based 10-minute videos Progresses from beginner to advanced Programme proven to increase participation in physical activity We are reaching out to like-minded...
Mental Health Urgent Support: When You Need Help Now
If you or someone you love is struggling with their mental health, please know this: you are not alone, and urgent help is available. At Steel Bones, we understand that living with limb loss can bring emotional challenges alongside physical ones. Grief, trauma,...
Crisis Lines Directory
Samaritans 116123 To talk to someone right now, you can call Samaritans anonymously on 116 123. The line is for everyone going through a difficult moment, whether you are thinking of hurting yourself or not. Sane https://www.sane.org.uk/ +442038051790 (General...
Financial Abuse and Amputees: Signs to Watch Out For and How to Stay Safe
Financial abuse is a form of exploitation that is often hidden, misunderstood, and deeply damaging. For amputees and disabled people, the risk can be higher — not because of weakness, but because systems, dependence, and vulnerability are too often taken advantage of...
Hoarding Support for Amputees: Compassion, Safety, and Sustainable
Healing Living with limb loss is a profound life change that affects the body, mind, and daily routines. For some amputees, this transition can intersect with hoarding behaviors—creating challenges that are often misunderstood and rarely discussed. Hoarding is not...
Finding Support When You’re Struggling: Tools for Mental Wellbeing and Crisis Help
Life can feel overwhelming at times. For many of us, difficulties with anxiety, depression, trauma, or simply coping with day-to-day stress can become heavy and hard to carry alone. Knowing where to turn — and having resources that actually help — can make all the...