Help After Limb Loss
New organization aims to support North State amputees… Read More
Category: Amputee Outreach News
Moving Forward In Life After Losing A Limb
“You are not alone,” is the slogan of the Amputee Outreach nonprofit Shelly Baxter-Wetmore started two years ago. As someone who recently went through an amputation, Shelly knows the struggle of life after losing her right leg. Read More
Living With Amputation: ‘There’s A Lot Of Life Still Ahead’
Shelly Wetmore (Submitted phot)
In May 2017 Shelly Wetmore came down with the flu. It progressed to pneumonia, which led to a sepsis infection. Then there were complications with blood clots and within days, doctors had to amputate her right leg below the knee… …
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New Nonprofit Gets Amputees Help to Lead Live Normal Lives
Shelly Wetmore shows off her matching painted toenails on her left foot and her prosthetic right foot. (Submitted photo)
Shelly Baxter-Wetmore lives by this golden rule: When you’re feeling bad about yourself, do something for someone else… Read More
Amputee Outreach Group Gathers In Support
By Ed Booth | Chico Enterprise Record CHICO — Shelly Wetmore extended a cordial welcome to the event her group was hosting Saturday. Her manner was easy; she had a pleasant demeanor. She wore what appeared to be a comfortable …