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An adapted tricycle for Akello: help Akello move freely
An adapted tricycle would give Akello independence - we're $500 away.
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Akello lives with multiple sclerosis. The occupational therapist at the Dar es Salaam Mobility Clinic has assessed her and recommended an adapted tricycle. The public scheme doesn't cover it, and the quote from the supplier is $500.
Her current equipment is 13 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined her to home for 5 weeks.
With the right equipment Akello could go outside without waiting for someone to push. 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 $500 goes:
• adapted tricycle: $390
• Fitting and training sessions: $30
• Delivery and set-up: $25
• First-year servicing plan: $55
Every share and every dollar helps.
- Athumani
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Sending good thoughts, Athumani. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. All the best.
praying for you. This could happen to any of us. Love from Sheffield.
I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too. Love from Bursa
thinking of you and your family, Athumani. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Thinking of Dar es Salaam!
Wishing you the best, Athumani. It takes guts to ask. Well done. Take care.