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An adapted tricycle for Saraswathi: help Saraswathi move freely

Saraswathi needs an adapted tricycle that the health system won't fund; the cost is $800.

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Balaji R. Krishnamurthy
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Kanpur
Saraswathi lives with cerebral palsy. The occupational therapist at the Kanpur Rehabilitation Centre has assessed her and recommended an adapted tricycle. The public scheme doesn't cover it, and the quote from the supplier is $800. Her current equipment is 14 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined her to home for 8 weeks. With the right equipment Saraswathi 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. Funds go toward the equipment, delivery, fitting and a year of servicing. Where the $800 goes: • adapted tricycle: $650 • Fitting and training sessions: $55 • Delivery and set-up: $15 • First-year servicing plan: $80 Ask me anything below before you decide. I'd rather you were sure. - Balaji
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  • Sunita A. Oberoi

    Sending love, Balaji. Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest.

    • Savannah Gibson

      Rooting for you, Balaji. I hope things turn around soon. Read this on the bus and kept thinking about it all day.

      • Woo-jin Ki-tae KimQuestion

        Any update on how things are going in Kanpur?

        • Tatiane Cristiane Lima

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

          • Isamu MatsumotoID verified

            thinking of you and your family, Balaji. I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side. All the best.

            • Stefan Bergqvist

              Sending love, Balaji. Shared this with my family.

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