Steel Bones Amputee Spotlight 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...
Underrepresented Voices in the Amputee Community: Why Inclusion Matters More Than Ever
Introduction: Who Gets Heard? When we talk about life as an amputee, the stories we see most often don’t reflect the full picture. The amputee community is diverse—across ethnicity, gender, age, disability, and life experience. Yet many voices remain underrepresented,...
The Unseen Strength of Amputees: Lessons From a 45-Year Journey of Trauma and Triumph
Listen here to our newest podcast episode celebrating Limb Loss Limb Difference Awareness Month: In this episode, Steel Bones, CEO and Co Founder, Emma Joy-Staines sits down with David Ball, a father, grandfather, and trustee of Headway Bristol, whose life experience...
National Alliance Launches Campaign to Raise Awareness of Limb Loss and Limb Difference Across the UK
PRESS RELEASE For Immediate Release A powerful new inaugural national campaign bringing together leading charities across the UK has launched this April to raise awareness of limb loss and limb difference and highlight the growing need for support. The Limb Loss and...
Amputee Spotlight with Allison Friday
Allison Friday is a woman who became a quadruple amputee after a severe meningitis infection led to sepsis in 2020, resulting in the loss of her arms below the elbow and legs below the knee, but she has shown incredible resilience, focusing on recovery,...
BLACK HISTORY MONTH IN AMPUTEE WORLD
We are sending huge respect to our amazing member Walid. During #BlackHistoryMonth, we honour journeys like his Walid Saleh – from Sudan, overcame amputation, now training in the UK for the Paralympics and helping others. Walid completed his Prosthetics course and is...
Family Spotlight with the Phelps Family
What’s your name and age? Colin Phelps age 56 Who lives with you and how old are they? Tell us a little about them—their favourite colours or hobbies! My Wife’s name is Sharon, and she is my full-time career here favourite colour is Red and hobbies are bingo...
Become a Steel Bones Family Mentor – Change Lives, One Conversation at a Time
Steel Bones is a UK charity supporting amputees and their families. Every week, more families join our community seeking guidance, reassurance, and practical support after limb loss. Our Family Mentors are the heart of this work. They’ve been there, understand the...
Huge welcome to Ian – Our newest team member
HUGE WELCOME TO IAN – OUR NEWEST TEAM MEMBER What’s your name and your new role at the charity? Ian Wood (Diversity Manager) Where are you based, and where do you call home? I live and am based in Sidcup, South East London. What are you most excited about in working...