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Althea needs an adapted tricycle - help us make it happen

Althea needs an adapted tricycle that the health system won't fund; the cost is $1,950.

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Oneil P. Stephenson
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Spanish Town
Althea lives with muscular dystrophy. The occupational therapist at Spanish Town General Hospital has assessed her and recommended an adapted tricycle. The public scheme doesn't cover it, and the quote from the supplier is $1,950. Her current equipment is 10 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined her to home for 12 weeks. With the right equipment Althea could attend work interviews. 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 $1,950 goes: • adapted tricycle: $1,750 • Fitting and training sessions: $40 • Delivery and set-up: $65 • First-year servicing plan: $95 I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support. - Oneil
#disability#accessibility#mobility

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  • Craig Nkosi

    Stay strong, Oneil. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes.

    • Nneka Funmilayo AnyanwuPhoto verified

      You're not alone. Wishing Althea a smooth procedure and a full recovery. We're a small family in Santarém but we're thinking of you. Love from Santarém.

      • Paisley Ferguson

        Best of luck. Hope this works out for you. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry. Greetings from Çankaya

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