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A stair-climbing aid for Lena: help Lena move freely
A stair-climbing aid would give Lena independence - we're $2,700 away.
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Lena lives with an amputation below the knee. The occupational therapist at the Augsburg Rehabilitation Centre has assessed her and recommended a stair-climbing aid. The public scheme doesn't cover it, and the quote from the supplier is $2,700.
Her current equipment is 13 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined her to home for 10 weeks.
With the right equipment Lena could get to the shops and visit friends. 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 $2,700 goes:
• stair-climbing aid: $2,200
• Fitting and training sessions: $185
• Delivery and set-up: $160
• First-year servicing plan: $155
Please ask me anything in the questions section. I'll answer honestly and quickly.
Updates from Luis
Small update. $597 so far, we've booked the dates and paid the deposit.
Small update. $357 so far, I met with the supplier and confirmed the amounts.
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wishing you the best, Luis. Shared this with my family. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry.
Wishing you peace, Luis. Wishing Lena a smooth procedure and a full recovery. All the best
It takes guts to ask. Well done. Put this on a community board in St. Petersburg this morning.
Sending strength, Luis. Hope this works out for you. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. Blessings.
sending love, Luis. Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest. Please keep us posted