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An adapted tricycle for Lillian: help Lillian move freely

Lillian needs an adapted tricycle that the health system won't fund; the cost is $2,350.

🇺🇸 Sacramento, California, United States2,190 views
Joshua Collins
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Sacramento
Lillian lives with a rare neuromuscular condition. The occupational therapist at Sacramento General Hospital has assessed her and recommended an adapted tricycle. The public scheme doesn't cover it, and the quote from the supplier is $2,350. Her current equipment is 8 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined her to home for 8 weeks. With the right equipment Lillian 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 $2,350 goes: • adapted tricycle: $1,900 • Delivery and set-up: $140 • First-year servicing plan: $310 Thanks for reading all this.
#disability#accessibility#mobility

Updates from Joshua

  1. We're at 19% thanks to 11 of you. we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. More news soon.

  2. 10% there. the plan for adapted tricycle is now scheduled. Thank you.

  3. Update from Sacramento: the plan for adapted tricycle is now scheduled. We're at 6% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.

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    “Sending love. Hope this covers a bit of it. - Brescia”

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    “Thought of Lillian all day after reading this. - Surabaya”

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    “Stay strong! - Bergamo”

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  • Patricia J. VegaQuestion

    Is there anything that isn't money that would help Lillian?

    • Joshua CollinsOwnerAnswerPhoto verified

      Sharing the link is the biggest thing. And if you know anything about adapted tricycle, advice is welcome too. Let me know if you want more detail.

  • Nadia P. Khumalo

    Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. Love from Saint-Denis

    • Frank F. ChambersQuestion

      how is Lillian doing now?

      • Amelia G. Gibson

        Thinking of you. Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest. I'll check back for the next update. All the best.

        • Mousumi Sumaiya Kabir

          thinking of you and your family, Joshua. Hope this works out for you

          • Brooklyn Barrett

            Sending good thoughts. Looking forward to the next update. Put this on a community board in Miami this morning.

            • Bunga Nur LubisPhoto verified

              Wishing you peace, Joshua. Your post was clear and honest. I have a 8 year old who wants to send good wishes too.

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