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Angela needs a stair-climbing aid - help us make it happen

Angela needs a stair-climbing aid that the health system will not fund; the cost is $6,700.

🇺🇸 Florida, United States4,467 views
Marilyn J. Burke
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Jacksonville
Angela lives with a rare neuromuscular condition. The occupational therapist at the Jacksonville 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 $6,700. Her current equipment is 10 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined her to home for 5 weeks. With the right equipment Angela could speak with the people around her. 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 $6,700 goes: • First-year servicing plan: $200 • stair-climbing aid: $6,250 • Fitting and training sessions: $250 I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to.
#disability#accessibility#mobility

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  • Akinyi Chebet Karanja

    thinking of you and your family. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. My neighbor in Perth donated after I showed her your page. Take care!

    • John E. AlexanderID verified

      Good luck, Marilyn. Hope this works out for you. Love from Hyderabad.

      • Patricia R. Ibáñez

        Sending love. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. We're a small family in Calgary but we're thinking of you. God bless

        • Vipul A. Rathod

          best of luck, Marilyn. Shared this with my family. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. Take care.

          • Leonardo Diego Medeiros

            Rooting for you, Marilyn. Gave what I could, wish it was more. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. All the best.

            • Duangjai Saowaluk Buranasiri

              Sending strength, Marilyn. I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side. Take care.

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