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A ramp for Obiageli: volunteers and tools needed

Help Obiageli regain independence: a simple ramp build.

🇳🇬 Ikeja, Lagos, Nigeria1,362 views
Folake Modupe Ekwueme
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Ikeja
Obiageli has used a wheelchair since 2024, and the house has three steps at the front door and no ramp. At the moment Obiageli 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 building-code slope requirement, which is why a person with building experience is important. We estimate ten hours of work. Tools are welcome - saws, drills, spirit levels. We'll provide refreshments, and Obiageli'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 Ikeja
skills
carpentry, measuring, power tools
#accessibility#carpentry#volunteer#disability

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People who offered to help

  • Vincent Serge André 🇫🇷

    I live about 19 km from Ikeja. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need. Free this month.

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  • Ghassan Sami Sarkis🇸🇦Verified donor
    Exceeded expectations

    I was going through a tough time and this person's support was invaluable. They didn't judge, just helped. That kind of genuine compassion is rare these days.

  • Asma Reem Nabulsi🇪🇬Verified donor
    Changed my perspective

    This is what community support looks like. They didn't just offer generic advice; they provided personalized help tailored to my specific situation.

  • Kaylee Maldonado🇺🇸Verified helper
    Reliable and compassionate

    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.

  • Hande AyÅŸe Polat🇹🇷Verified donor
    Genuine person with a big heart

    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.

  • Emon Noman Kabir🇮🇳Verified helper
    Very responsive and caring

    I was nervous about reaching out, but this person made me feel comfortable and supported from the very first interaction. Their help was invaluable.

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  • Ximena S. Rojas

    Shared it with a few friends. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend. Take care

    • Ellie K. Morris

      Rooting for you, Folake. Wishing Obiageli a smooth procedure and a full recovery. God bless

      • Pavel Nahid Chatterjee

        Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. I hope April is when things finally get easier. All the best.

        • Sangeetha F. Natarajan

          Get well soon. Greetings from Giza.

          • Lorena L. Rangel

            Thinking of you, Folake. Get well soon. Don't give up. Greetings from Boulogne-Billancourt.

            • Halima Mollel

              wishing you the best, Folake. Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest. Blessings.

              • Mikhail Yuri Mikhailov

                Sending good thoughts, Folake. Hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like.

                • Na-young Sun-hee Nam

                  Wishing you the best. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Love from Nashik

                  • Roman J. SmithPhoto verified

                    Keep going. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend.

                    • Brandon G. Stanley

                      Take care. Gave what I could, wish it was more. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too. Love from Albany

                      • Banjong Thawatchai Phongsri

                        Hang in there. Wishing Obiageli a smooth procedure and a full recovery.

                        • Sevgi Sevgi AslanID verified

                          Thanks for sharing this, Folake. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Love from Heliopolis.

                          • Segun Tijani

                            Praying for you, Folake. I hope things turn around soon. Wish I lived closer to Awka so I could bring a meal.

                            • Greta Sjögren

                              Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest. Thinking of Ikeja!

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