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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
Elijah E. Keller
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Edinburgh
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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  • 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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