Hands-on laborDisability & accessibility
Build a wheelchair ramp for Jacques in Durban
Materials are donated. We need two carpenters and a helper for a weekend in Durban.
🇿🇦 KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa428 views
Jacques has used a wheelchair since 2024, and the house has three steps at the front door and no ramp. At the moment Jacques 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 ten hours of work.
Tools are welcome - saws, drills, spirit levels. We'll provide refreshments, and Jacques's family will cook lunch for the team.
I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support.
- effort
- one weekend
- format
- In person in Durban
- skills
- carpentry, measuring, power tools
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People who offered to help
- Hossain Imran Mia 🇧🇩
I live about 12 km from Durban. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need. Can bring a friend.
- Ayumi Tomoko Morita 🇯🇵
I live about 18 km from Durban. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need.
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Sending love. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Thinking of Durban.
Stay strong, Annelie. Your post was clear and honest. I hope November is when things finally get easier.
Wishing you the best, Annelie. Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest