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A powered wheelchair for Charlene: help me move freely
Help Charlene get a powered wheelchair so She can go to school independently.
🇿🇦 Paarl, Western Cape, South Africa550 views
I live with a spinal cord injury. My occupational therapist at the Paarl Mobility Clinic has assessed me and recommended a powered wheelchair. The public scheme doesn't cover it, and the quote from the supplier is $1,450.
My current equipment is 15 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined me to home for 3 weeks.
With the right equipment I could go to school independently. It would change my everyday life and my ability to work from home.
We've applied to two charities already and received small contributions; this campaign covers the rest.
I'll pay the supplier directly from the funds, and I'll post a photo once the equipment is delivered.
Where the $1,450 goes:
• First-year servicing plan: $60
• Fitting and training sessions: $95
• powered wheelchair: $1,295
If you're reading this, thank you.
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thinking of you and your family, Charlene. Hope you get there. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry.
You're not alone, Charlene. Your post was clear and honest