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Build a wheelchair ramp for Andrés in Columbia
Andrés uses a wheelchair and can't leave the house because of three steps at the door; we need a few hours of carpentry.
🇺🇸 Columbia, Missouri, United States1,373 views
Andrés has used a wheelchair since 2024, and the house has three steps at the front door and no ramp. At the moment Andrés can only go outside when two neighbors are available to lift the chair.
The materials (treated timber, screws and non-slip surface) have been donated by a local lumberyard. We need a carpenter or two to measure, cut and build, plus a helper or two.
The ramp has to meet the accessibility guideline for gradient, which is why a person with building experience is important. We estimate ten hours of work.
Tools are welcome - saws, drills, spirit levels. We'll provide refreshments, and Andrés's family will cook lunch for the team.
You're what makes this possible, and I'll never forget it.
- effort
- one weekend
- format
- In person in Columbia
- skills
- carpentry, measuring, power tools
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- Nipa Nasrin Mia 🇮🇳
I live about 12 km from Columbia. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need. Flexible on timing.
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So sorry you're going through this, Gonzalo. Hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick.
Praying for you. Your post was clear and honest. It's not much but it's yours. Greetings from Arlington.
Stay strong, Gonzalo. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier