By Praise Chinecherem
Agocares Foundation for Persons with Disabilities has disclosed plans to distribute free artificial limbs to 300 amputees in Anambra State to restore their mobility.
Chairperson of the foundation, Mrs Gloria katchy who disclosed this to reporters in Awka, described amputation as serious issue that have stolen the joy and livelihood of many amputees.
She noted that the free artificial limbs would help them regain mobility and function in the society.
She however regretted the high cost of
an artificial limb which she said was beyond the reach of the less privileged.
She said, “The cost of an artificial limb is about N950, 000 to N1.8million, which is unaffordable to the less privilege.
“Many of them use crotches and wheelchairs which is cumbersome, and it is deterring them from living normal lives. The artificial limbs function almost as perfectly as the limbs that have been lost.
“Our Foundation will commence measurements for amputees in Anambra state on Tuesday, Feb. 20 and 21 at the Disabilities’ Right Commission at the Women Development Centre, Awka.
“There will also be counseling and education about limb loss to deter stigmatisation of amputees.”
