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Build a wheelchair ramp for Tanvir in Cox's Bazar

Help Tanvir regain independence: a simple ramp build.

🇧🇩 Cox's Bazar, Chattogram, Bangladesh1,241 views
Omar Hossain Khan
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Cox's Bazar
Tanvir has used a wheelchair since 2023, and the house has three steps at the front door and no ramp. At the moment Tanvir 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 six hours of work. Tools are welcome - saws, drills, spirit levels. We'll provide refreshments, and Tanvir's family will cook lunch for the team. If you can't give, please share this page. It does reach people.
effort
one weekend
format
In person in Cox's Bazar
skills
carpentry, measuring, power tools
#accessibility#carpentry#volunteer#disability

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  • Luca Patel 🇺🇸 Accepted

    i live about 5 km from Cox's Bazar. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need. Happy to chat first.

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  • Waylon J. Woods

    I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Read this on the bus and kept thinking about it all day. Love from Jaipur.

    • Lucas Barnes

      Sending good thoughts. Shared this with my family. I'm in logistics myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. Thinking of Cox's Bazar.

      • Camila Priscila PintoID verified

        Stay strong, Omar. Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest. Blessings.

        • Moumita Nasrin Rahman

          Praying for you, Omar. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Take care

          • Ki-tae Tae-hoon Kang

            You're not alone, Omar. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. I have a 13 year old who wants to send good wishes too.

            • Fatima Eman Niazi

              Keep going, Omar. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected

              • Hillel Hillel Dayan

                keep going, Omar. Your post was clear and honest.

                • Sergio B. Salazar

                  I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. After 22 years in public service I know how hard it's to ask for anything.

                  • Alexandra M. Austin

                    best of luck. I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side. Please keep us posted. Thinking of Cox's Bazar.

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