Barr Foundation Salute of the Week to SPS , Otto Bock Health Care,Kingsley Manufacturing and Bull Dog Tools For Donating To Barr Foundation Efforts in Mexico and Ghana,West Africa
Tony Barr
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Title:
Barr Foundation Salute of the Week to SPS , Otto Bock Health Care,Kingsley Manufacturing and Bull Dog Tools For Donating To Barr Foundation Efforts in Mexico and Ghana,West Africa
Creator:
Tony Barr
Date:
10/14/2006
Text:
Limbs of Freedom, Ensenada, Mexico
September 21-24, 2006
Limbs of Freedom, a project to fabricate prosthetic limbs for amputees in
Baja California, Mexico provided limbs to six people at a recent clinic in
Ensenada, Mexico. The project is a joint effort between the Rotary Club of
Coronado, California and the Rotary Club of Calafia-Ensenada.
Victor Luna-Facio, a 15 year-old boy with bilateral lower extremity
amputations secondary to a severe form of neurofibromatosis, returned to the
clinic for major revisions of prostheses that were made three years ago. His
new prostheses give Victor nearly two inches in height and the sockets were
revised to provide added comfort. This charming boy walks without a limp
and is a well-adjusted teenager despite his major disability.
Antonio Amezcua-Leon, a 52 year-old man with a left above knee amputation
from bone cancer was fitted with a left leg prosthesis, which will allow him
to return to work on the farm where he was active until his amputation two
years ago.
Elias Villasenor-Hernandez, a 59 year-old man with diabetes, was fitted with
a left leg prosthesis, allowing him to return to work as a taxi-driver. He
confidently put down his crutches and walked unassisted immediately after
being fitted.
Trinidad San Juan-Cruz, a 50 year-old man with polio, arrived at the clinic
without sleep after working fourteen hours at a supermarket supported by
crutches. He was fitted with a prosthesis that will allow him to work
without the discomfort of crutches.
Cesar Iniguez-Ruiz, a 31 year-old carpenter, has been severely limited in
his ability to work since undergoing a right leg amputation from
polio-related complications three years ago. His prosthesis will allow him
to work full-time and provide for his family.
Christian Valdemar, a 10 year-old boy with a severe congenital femur
abnormality, was finally fitted with his prosthesis. He has been seen at
the last four clinics and his complex prosthesis will allow him to be
active. He is a remarkable boy, playing soccer with one leg and crutches in
the courtyard while patiently awaiting adjustments during the fabrication of
his limb.
The following volunteers participated in the clinic:
Herb Barrack, C.P.O., Inline Orthotics and Prosthetics, La Mesa, CA
Jeff Rocha, Maverick Fabrication, San Diego, CA
Steve Tregoning, C.P.O., Scope Orthotics and Prosthetics, San Diego, CA
Gabino Rivera, Orthotechs, Mexicali, Baja California, Mexico
Gerardo Guzman, C.P., Progressive Orthopedics, San Diego, CA
Sean Zeller, a student at Georgia Tech O and P school, traveled to San Diego
and assisted in the clinic. His recruitment was a result of the newsletter
from the Barr Foundation. His fluency in spanish and overall hard work were
a welcome addition.
Generous contributions from Southern Prosthetic Supply (SPS) of Ohio
Willowwood and Otto Bock were instrumental in the success of this clinic.
The Limbs of Freedom is always grateful for the ongoing financial and moral
support of Mr. Tony Barr and the Barr Foundation in Boca Raton, Florida.
His foundation has been the key support of Limbs of Freedom for nearly ten
years. Coronado Rotarians attending the clinic included President Dan
Gensler and Bob Spears .
Robert Spears
Rotary Club of Coronado
P.O. Box 180487
Coronado, CA 92178-0487
619-435-8334
Standing for Hope ,Ghana,West Africa
August 3-12 2006
On behalf of Standing With Hope,we want to thank the Barr Foundation's Where
Hope Meets Help Donor Club members, Bulldog Tools, Kingsley Feet and others
whom provided generous donations of prosthetic feet,pylons,adaptors etc. for
our work in Ghana ,West Africa. There are many stories of how the Barr
Foundation donations allow amputees in Ghana to live an active life...none
so poignant ,however as Daniel. While playing soccer,15 year old Daniel
broke his leg and needed surgery.Instead of pins and screws his leg was
amputated.Now is Daniel not only walking...he is playing soccer..He will
need new sockets and feet as he continues to grow.
With your help ,we are able to assure Daniel and others that they will be
able to stand with hope for years to come.
You have our friendship and gratitude.
Sincerly ,
Peter Rosenberger
Standing With Hope
914 Waterswood Drive
Nashville, TN 37220
Such Whole Again stories hopefully will help make your weekend and to
remind you, knowing that most of you whom became professionals and industry
providers, got into this business to help people, and that you are
accomplishing allot and are appreciated by those that you help. Have a great
week.
Anthony T. Barr
President
Barr Foundation
www.oandp.com/barr
www.ErtlReconstruction.com < <URL Redacted>>
September 21-24, 2006
Limbs of Freedom, a project to fabricate prosthetic limbs for amputees in
Baja California, Mexico provided limbs to six people at a recent clinic in
Ensenada, Mexico. The project is a joint effort between the Rotary Club of
Coronado, California and the Rotary Club of Calafia-Ensenada.
Victor Luna-Facio, a 15 year-old boy with bilateral lower extremity
amputations secondary to a severe form of neurofibromatosis, returned to the
clinic for major revisions of prostheses that were made three years ago. His
new prostheses give Victor nearly two inches in height and the sockets were
revised to provide added comfort. This charming boy walks without a limp
and is a well-adjusted teenager despite his major disability.
Antonio Amezcua-Leon, a 52 year-old man with a left above knee amputation
from bone cancer was fitted with a left leg prosthesis, which will allow him
to return to work on the farm where he was active until his amputation two
years ago.
Elias Villasenor-Hernandez, a 59 year-old man with diabetes, was fitted with
a left leg prosthesis, allowing him to return to work as a taxi-driver. He
confidently put down his crutches and walked unassisted immediately after
being fitted.
Trinidad San Juan-Cruz, a 50 year-old man with polio, arrived at the clinic
without sleep after working fourteen hours at a supermarket supported by
crutches. He was fitted with a prosthesis that will allow him to work
without the discomfort of crutches.
Cesar Iniguez-Ruiz, a 31 year-old carpenter, has been severely limited in
his ability to work since undergoing a right leg amputation from
polio-related complications three years ago. His prosthesis will allow him
to work full-time and provide for his family.
Christian Valdemar, a 10 year-old boy with a severe congenital femur
abnormality, was finally fitted with his prosthesis. He has been seen at
the last four clinics and his complex prosthesis will allow him to be
active. He is a remarkable boy, playing soccer with one leg and crutches in
the courtyard while patiently awaiting adjustments during the fabrication of
his limb.
The following volunteers participated in the clinic:
Herb Barrack, C.P.O., Inline Orthotics and Prosthetics, La Mesa, CA
Jeff Rocha, Maverick Fabrication, San Diego, CA
Steve Tregoning, C.P.O., Scope Orthotics and Prosthetics, San Diego, CA
Gabino Rivera, Orthotechs, Mexicali, Baja California, Mexico
Gerardo Guzman, C.P., Progressive Orthopedics, San Diego, CA
Sean Zeller, a student at Georgia Tech O and P school, traveled to San Diego
and assisted in the clinic. His recruitment was a result of the newsletter
from the Barr Foundation. His fluency in spanish and overall hard work were
a welcome addition.
Generous contributions from Southern Prosthetic Supply (SPS) of Ohio
Willowwood and Otto Bock were instrumental in the success of this clinic.
The Limbs of Freedom is always grateful for the ongoing financial and moral
support of Mr. Tony Barr and the Barr Foundation in Boca Raton, Florida.
His foundation has been the key support of Limbs of Freedom for nearly ten
years. Coronado Rotarians attending the clinic included President Dan
Gensler and Bob Spears .
Robert Spears
Rotary Club of Coronado
P.O. Box 180487
Coronado, CA 92178-0487
619-435-8334
Standing for Hope ,Ghana,West Africa
August 3-12 2006
On behalf of Standing With Hope,we want to thank the Barr Foundation's Where
Hope Meets Help Donor Club members, Bulldog Tools, Kingsley Feet and others
whom provided generous donations of prosthetic feet,pylons,adaptors etc. for
our work in Ghana ,West Africa. There are many stories of how the Barr
Foundation donations allow amputees in Ghana to live an active life...none
so poignant ,however as Daniel. While playing soccer,15 year old Daniel
broke his leg and needed surgery.Instead of pins and screws his leg was
amputated.Now is Daniel not only walking...he is playing soccer..He will
need new sockets and feet as he continues to grow.
With your help ,we are able to assure Daniel and others that they will be
able to stand with hope for years to come.
You have our friendship and gratitude.
Sincerly ,
Peter Rosenberger
Standing With Hope
914 Waterswood Drive
Nashville, TN 37220
Such Whole Again stories hopefully will help make your weekend and to
remind you, knowing that most of you whom became professionals and industry
providers, got into this business to help people, and that you are
accomplishing allot and are appreciated by those that you help. Have a great
week.
Anthony T. Barr
President
Barr Foundation
www.oandp.com/barr
www.ErtlReconstruction.com < <URL Redacted>>
Citation
Tony Barr, “Barr Foundation Salute of the Week to SPS , Otto Bock Health Care,Kingsley Manufacturing and Bull Dog Tools For Donating To Barr Foundation Efforts in Mexico and Ghana,West Africa,” Digital Resource Foundation for Orthotics and Prosthetics, accessed November 2, 2024, https://library.drfop.org/items/show/227384.
