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Build a wheelchair ramp for Lourdes in León

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

🇲🇽 León, Guanajuato, Mexico1,622 views
Paula S. Robles
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León
Lourdes has used a wheelchair since 2022, and the house has three steps at the front door and no ramp. At the moment Lourdes 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 Lourdes's family will cook lunch for the team. Even a small gift gets used right away and I'll thank you myself.
effort
one weekend
format
In person in León
skills
carpentry, measuring, power tools

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  • Adriana Alina Serban🇷🇴Verified helper
    Made a real difference

    This helper is honest and transparent about what they can do. They didn't overpromise, but they did deliver excellent results. I would definitely trust them again.

  • Kshitija W. Gandhi🇮🇳Verified donor
    Exactly what I needed

    I was struggling and didn't know where to turn. This person stepped in without hesitation and provided exactly what I needed. Their compassion and expertise made all the difference in my life.

  • Mousumi Shefali Sarker🇧🇩Verified helper
    Patient and understanding

    I was going through a tough time and this person's support was invaluable. They didn't judge, just helped. That kind of genuine compassion is rare these days.

  • Lộc Giang Dao🇺🇸Verified donor
    Quick response, great follow-up

    This is the kind of person who restores your faith in humanity. They didn't just offer help; they genuinely cared about my wellbeing and followed through on every commitment.

  • Vijay R. Shetty🇮🇳Verified helper
    Made me feel heard

    I had a complex problem and this person helped me navigate it step by step. Their expertise combined with their kindness made all the difference.

  • Janaka Dinesh Abeysekera🇱🇰Verified helper
    Practical and effective help

    The support I received was beyond what I expected. Not only did they help with the immediate need, but they also provided guidance for long-term solutions. I'm forever grateful.

  • Madelyn Olson🇦🇺Verified helper
    Practical and effective help

    The support I received was beyond what I expected. Not only did they help with the immediate need, but they also provided guidance for long-term solutions. I'm forever grateful.

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  • Good luck, Paula. Wishing Lourdes a smooth procedure and a full recovery. All the best.

    • Sending strength. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. I'm in customer support myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. Love from Toulouse.

      • Thinking of you, Paula. I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side. Sent it to 4 people at work. God bless.

        • Thanks for sharing this, Paula. Gave what I could, wish it was more. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. Greetings from Santarém

          • Thinking of you. I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like.

            • Hope it all works out, Paula. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. Thinking of León

              • Gave what I could, wish it was more. We're a small family in Entebbe but we're thinking of you. Thinking of León.

                • Thinking of you and your family. This could happen to any of us. I have a 5 year old who wants to send good wishes too. Take care.

                  • So sorry you're going through this. Wishing Lourdes a smooth procedure and a full recovery. After 17 years in construction I know how hard it's to ask for anything. God bless.

                    • Hope it all works out, Paula. Hope the doctors have good news. Greetings from İzmir.

                      • Hope it all works out, Paula. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Greetings from Campinas.

                        • So sorry you're going through this, Paula. Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest

                          • hope the doctors have good news. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend. Take care

                            • Sending strength, Paula. Your post was clear and honest. I hope May is when things finally get easier. All the best

                              • keep going, Paula. Get well soon. Don't be hard on yourself for asking. Love from Pasig.

                                • Thanks for sharing this, Paula. Hope the doctors have good news. All the best

                                  • Shared this with my family. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money. Thinking of León.

                                    • Bilal Faisal TrabelsiPhoto verified

                                      Thinking of you, Paula. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Sent it to 28 people at work. Take care.

                                      • Ganga Pramila KhadkaPhoto verified

                                        Rooting for you. Looking forward to the next update. Please keep us posted. Love from Paris

                                        • shared this with my family. Greetings from Zagazig!

                                          • So sorry you're going through this, Paula. I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side. Love from Los Angeles.

                                            • Keep going, Paula. I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side.

                                              • Hang in there, Paula. Hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick. God bless.

                                                • Hope it all works out, Paula. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Thinking of León.

                                                  • keep going. It takes guts to ask. Well done. Please keep us posted. Take care

                                                    • keep going. Hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double

                                                      • Hang in there. Looking forward to the next update. We lost years of savings to something like this so I get it. Love from Madrid.

                                                        • Thanks for sharing this, Paula. Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest. All the best.

                                                          • Hope it all works out. Hope this works out for you. After 27 years in engineering I know how hard it is to ask for anything. Take care.

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