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Build a wheelchair ramp for Brooklyn in Detroit

Materials are donated. We need two carpenters and a helper for a weekend in Detroit.

🇺🇸 Michigan, United States894 views
Amelia K. Perez
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Detroit
Brooklyn has used a wheelchair since 2021, and the house has three steps at the front door and no ramp. At the moment Brooklyn 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 local accessibility standard of 1:12 slope, which is why a person with building experience is important. We estimate eight hours of work. Tools are welcome - saws, drills, spirit levels. We'll provide refreshments, and Brooklyn's family will cook lunch for the team. I hope life is good to you.
effort
one weekend
format
In person in Detroit
skills
carpentry, measuring, power tools
#accessibility#carpentry#volunteer#disability

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People who offered to help

  • Gilles Masson 🇫🇷

    I live about 20 km from Detroit. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need

  • Geeta R. Soni 🇮🇳

    i live about 16 km from Detroit. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need. Happy to chat first.

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