“As an amputee I know the despair a person feels when they lose a limb. Not only do they lose a limb, they lose their independence and mobility. Every amputee I have visited as a Volunteer has shown relief and positivity. It gives them a chance to talk to someone who knows what the future holds."

“Shortly after my amputation, I was introduced to a Peer Support Volunteer. This person was the single most important factor in my recovery. It was encouraging to hear his story of recovery and I felt that I could trust him more than any other health worker because of his own lived experience.”

“It's good to have someone to talk to who has been through a similar experience. It's a very difficult and hard to see how you'll ever have a normal life again. Talking to someone who has come through the experience of amputation is beneficial, and gives you something to work towards.”

"When I lost my arm I didn't know what to expect. It was helpful speaking to someone who had gone down this road before me and could help with tips and ideas about managing at home. I was also relieved to know that if my health was okay then chances were that I would be able to drive again."