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Build a wheelchair ramp for Lydia in Austin

Lydia uses a wheelchair and can't leave the house because of three steps at the door; we need a few hours of carpentry.

🇺🇸 Texas, United States333 views
Josiah N. Stephens
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Austin
Lydia has used a wheelchair since 2025, and the house has three steps at the front door and no ramp. At the moment Lydia 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 eight hours of work. Tools are welcome - saws, drills, spirit levels. We'll provide refreshments, and Lydia's family will cook lunch for the team. Thank you for reading my story.
effort
one weekend
format
In person in Austin
skills
carpentry, measuring, power tools

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  • Alice A. Tucker 🇦🇺

    i live about 19 km from Austin. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need. Free this month.

  • Felipe Otávio Prado 🇧🇷

    i live about 5 km from Austin. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need.

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