Resources to Help You Thrive
Whether you're just beginning your journey with lymphedema or looking for deeper guidance, these tools are here to support your next step. From expert education to financial support for daily care products — The Rivera Foundation is here to walk with you.
Lymphoedema United – You are NOT alone!
Lymphoedema stories from around the world
Compiled by Amy Rivera & Matt Hazledine
Lymphoedema affects millions of people around the world, yet it is often a lottery whether the appropriate level of healthcare is received. That can leave a person living with this lifelong disease feeling desperate, neglected, and alone.
You are NOT Alone!
Advocates Amy Rivera and Matt Hazledine are joined by 34 people living with lymphoedema from 14 countries around the world, who share their personal experiences and top tips, to help you to live better with lymphoedema.
We pledge to support lymphoedema charities around the world, by donating a proportion of the annual pre-tax profits from this book, which we hope will continue for many years to come.
Thank you for purchasing our book. We hope you find it helpful. If so, please recommend it to others living with lymphoedema.
How to Purchase
Paperback available to buy from WordzWorth publishing, Amazon and all good online bookstores. Cost £25.00
A proportion of profits will be donated to Lymphoedema charities around the world.
Drop the Skirt
How My Disability Became My Superpower
by Amy Rivera
Discover the transformative power of resilience and courage in "Drop the Skirt - How My Disability Became My Superpower," an empowering memoir by Amy Rivera. This remarkable book takes you on Amy’s personal journey with primary lymphedema, showing you how to turn life's challenges into your greatest strengths.
Why This Book Will Change Your Life
Amy Rivera’s story is one of resilience, courage, and transformation. Facing primary lymphedema, she turned a lifelong challenge into a source of strength, becoming a powerful advocate for awareness and care.
Through raw honesty, Amy offers hope and motivation, showing that adversity can lead to extraordinary achievements. Her journey encourages growth and empowers readers to see their own challenges in a new light.
What You Will Gain
Inspiration & Strength: Be inspired to embrace your challenges as Amy shares her path to resilience.
Community & Support: Connect with a story that reminds you you're not alone on your journey.
Lymphedema Blueprint Course
Your Path to Better Management
by Amy Rivera
The Lymphedema Blueprint Course is designed for individuals looking to take control of their lymphedema management.
Healthcare professionals are encouraged to refer patients to this comprehensive online course.
Led by experts, it combines medical knowledge with practical strategies, covering anatomy, diagnosis, treatment techniques, prevention, and daily care. Gain real-world insights to manage lymphedema with confidence.
Expert Insights:
Learn from over 12 industry-leading experts who bring a wealth of knowledge and experience.
Comprehensive Content:
Over 45 informative videos inside 7 Modules await you, covering a wide range of topics essential for lymphedema management.
Interactive Learning:
Engage with quizzes for each video to reinforce your learning and ensure you grasp key concepts.
Extensive Resource Documents:
Dive into our 62 pages of meticulously compiled resource documents that complement the course material, offering additional insights and practical guidance.
Community Support:
Gain lifetime access to our private LBC members community where you can interact, share experiences, and grow with others on similar paths.
Perks & Discounts:
Get first dibs on Exclusive merch & Discounts to all future events
Exclusive Alerts:
Members gain priority access to the latest news, updates, and breakthroughs in the field ensuring you're always informed about cutting-edge treatments and strategies.
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