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A powered wheelchair for Mark: help Mark move freely

A powered wheelchair would give Mark independence - we're $800 away.

🇿🇦 South Africa507 views
Refilwe F. Singh
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Richards Bay
Mark lives with cerebral palsy. The occupational therapist at Richards Bay General Hospital has assessed him and recommended a powered wheelchair. The public scheme doesn't cover it, and the quote from the supplier is $800. His current equipment is 15 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined him to home for 10 weeks. With the right equipment Mark could go to school independently. 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. Funds go toward the equipment, delivery, fitting and a year of servicing. Where the $800 goes: • powered wheelchair: $610 • Fitting and training sessions: $70 • Delivery and set-up: $55 • First-year servicing plan: $65 Thank you for reading my story.
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  • Jerome S. Lopez🇵🇭Verified donor
    Really cared about my situation

    This is the kind of person who restores your faith in humanity. They didn't just offer help; they genuinely cared about my wellbeing and followed through on every commitment.

  • Waleed Sami Habib🇺🇸Verified donor
    Practical and effective help

    This experience has restored my faith in the goodness of people. The helper was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about my outcome.

  • Fleur Hanneke Janssen🇳🇱Verified helper
    Exactly what I needed

    The support I received was beyond what I expected. Not only did they help with the immediate need, but they also provided guidance for long-term solutions. I'm forever grateful.

  • Bích Kim Luong🇺🇸Verified helper
    Exceeded expectations

    The help I received was exactly what was described and more. This person follows through on their commitments and genuinely cares about making a positive impact.

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  • Lucas XavierQuestion

    can I help in a way that isn't money? I'm near Richards Bay

    • Refilwe F. SinghOwnerAnswer

      Thank you. If you're in Richards Bay I'll say if something practical comes up. For now sharing this is great. Let me know if you want more detail.

  • Bello Ibrahim Oladipo

    best of luck. Get well soon. We lost years of savings to something like this so I get it. Greetings from Madrid.

    • Sandesh Jadhav

      sending strength. Shared this with my family. Sent it to 20 people at work. God bless.

      • Autumn C. Lane

        wishing you the best. Wishing Mark a smooth procedure and a full recovery. It's not much but it's yours. Greetings from Zagazig.

        • Diệp Hiền LamPhoto verified

          Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Thinking of Richards Bay.

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