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Build a wheelchair ramp for Miguel in San Diego

Help Miguel regain independence: a simple ramp build.

🇺🇸 San Diego, California, United States1,007 views
Maricel L. Cruz
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San Diego
Miguel has used a wheelchair since 2023, and the house has three steps at the front door and no ramp. At the moment Miguel 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 Miguel'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.
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one weekend
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In person in San Diego
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carpentry, measuring, power tools
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  • Luiz Joaquim RibeiroID verified

    Hope it all works out, Maricel. Looking forward to the next update. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend.

    • Gunawan Yusuf Gunawan

      Good luck, Maricel. Shared this with my family. Love from Madurai!

      • Letícia Lorena Araújo

        Hope things get better soon, Maricel. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Take care.

        • Maryam Khan

          stay strong. Get well soon. Greetings from Kaduna

          • Andrea E. Ríos

            Good luck, Maricel. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. My neighbor in Philadelphia donated after I showed her your page. Love from Philadelphia.

            • James D. Whitmore

              So sorry you're going through this. Your post was clear and honest. Love from Pune.

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