FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
1. Am I eligible for assistance through Rise Up Foundation?
- Rise Up Foundation provides assistance for amputees with Lower Limb Loss. If funds are available, upper limb loss will be considered
- Applicant must be a resident of Miami-Dade County
- Applicant must be a U.S. citizen or a permanent resident of the U.S.
- Applicant must have no other means to pay for prosthetic care including Medicare, insurance coverage or state assistance
- Applicant must work with Advance Motion Control. Payments will only be approved and payable to Advance Motion Control
2. How do I apply for assistance?
- Complete the application and include a readable copy of your photo ID (If not a US citizen, you must send a copy of your Permanent Resident Card
- Send application and photo ID to Rise Up Foundation by mail, email or fax
3. How long will it take to get my new Prosthetic?
- Once your complete application is received, process can take up to four weeks
- Once approved, you will be included in the Waiting List until funds are available. This may take as long as six (6) months
4. What if I gain other coverage for my prosthetic care prior to receiving confirmation from Rise Up Foundation?
- Notify us as soon as possible so that the funds can be used to help another amputee
5. Further Questions:
- Call our office between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., at 305-432-2257 or email info@riseup.foundation to answer your questions!
