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A powered wheelchair for Derek: help Derek move freely

Help Derek get a powered wheelchair so He can attend work interviews.

🇬🇧 United Kingdom5,581 views
Frank E. Singh
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Liverpool
Derek lives with a rare neuromuscular condition. The occupational therapist at Liverpool General Hospital has assessed him and recommended a powered wheelchair. The public scheme doesn't cover it, and the quote from the supplier is $4,650. His current equipment is 12 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined him to home for 4 weeks. With the right equipment Derek could attend work interviews. It would change everyday life for the whole family. 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 $4,650 goes: • powered wheelchair: $4,050 • Fitting and training sessions: $180 • Delivery and set-up: $110 • First-year servicing plan: $310 Thanks for reading all this. - Frank
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  • Carlos Marcelo Martins

    stay strong, Frank. Your post was clear and honest. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double

    • Isha M. Jadeja

      Hope this works out for you. After 10 years in logistics I know how hard it's to ask for anything. God bless!

      • Aarav M. JainQuestion

        Is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Derek

        • Frank E. SinghOwnerAnswer

          It's all in the list in the story. powered wheelchair is the big one at $4,050, I'll post a receipt when it's paid. Thanks for asking.

      • Young-ho Kyung-soo Jang

        So sorry you're going through this. I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side. Wish I lived closer to Birmingham so I could bring a meal. God bless.

        • Ximena W. Peña

          Hang in there, Frank. Looking forward to the next update. God bless

          • Angel M. Figueroa

            Wishing you the best. Shared it with a few friends. Love from Lagos!

            • Humaira Noreen NaqviPhoto verified

              You're not alone, Frank. Hope you get there

              • Emily T. TuilagiID verified

                Wishing you peace, Frank. Your post was clear and honest.

                • Wanjiru Njeri KipchogePhoto verified

                  Praying for you, Frank. Hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick. Please keep us posted. All the best.

                  • Ayaan W. Chaturvedi

                    Hang in there. Get well soon. Take care

                    • Gijs Lars Van Dijk

                      Hope things get better soon, Frank. Your post was clear and honest. Take care!

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