Telysha Warkentin demonstrates how she uses a special device to hold onto a hockey stick.
Four-year-old Telysha Warkentin, of Blumenort, has just returned from The War Amps 2014 Western Child Amputee (CHAMP) Seminar in Winnipeg, which brought together young amputees from across the Western provinces.
Born a left arm amputee, Telysha attended the three-day seminar with her parents, where she was shown how to adopt the seminar theme “Set the Bar High” and not let her amputation be a barrier to living a full and active life. The seminar focused on the latest developments in artificial limbs, dealing with teasing and bullying, and parenting an amputee child. As a member of CHAMP, Telysha is eligible to receive financial assistance with artificial limbs and recreational devices.
CHAMP is funded through public support of The War Amps Key Tag and Address Label Service.
