Hands-on laborDisability & accessibility
A ramp for Mateo: volunteers and tools needed
Mateo uses a wheelchair and can't leave the house because of three steps at the door; we need a few hours of carpentry.
🇬🇧 Scotland, United Kingdom1,412 views
Mateo has used a wheelchair since 2023, and the house has three steps at the front door and no ramp. At the moment Mateo can only go outside when two neighbors are available to lift the chair.
The materials (treated timber, screws and non-slip surface) have been donated by a local lumberyard. We need a carpenter or two to measure, cut and build, plus a helper or two.
The ramp has to meet the local accessibility standard of 1:12 slope, which is why a person with building experience is important. We estimate eight hours of work.
Tools are welcome - saws, drills, spirit levels. We'll provide refreshments, and Mateo's family will cook lunch for the team.
I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support.
- effort
- one weekend
- format
- In person in Edinburgh
- skills
- carpentry, measuring, power tools
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People who offered to help
- Giovana Renata Albuquerque 🇧🇷
I live about 14 km from Edinburgh. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need. Can bring a friend.
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Rooting for you, Elijah. I hope things turn around soon