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Carmela needs a stair-climbing aid that the health system won't fund; the cost is $1,150.

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Carmela B. Enriquez
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Santa Rosa
I live with an amputation below the knee. My occupational therapist at the Santa Rosa Mobility Clinic has assessed me and recommended a stair-climbing aid. The public scheme doesn't cover it, and the quote from the supplier is $1,150. My current equipment is 9 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined me to home for 4 weeks. With the right equipment I could go to school independently. It would change my everyday life and my ability to work from home. We've applied to two charities already and received small contributions; this campaign covers the rest. Funds go toward the equipment, delivery, fitting and a year of servicing. Where the $1,150 goes: โ€ข stair-climbing aid: $1,050 โ€ข Fitting and training sessions: $30 โ€ข Delivery and set-up: $25 โ€ข First-year servicing plan: $45 Ask me anything below before you decide. I'd rather you were sure. - Carmela

Updates from Carmela

  1. 50% there. I made the first payment toward first-year servicing plan. Thank you.

  2. 13% there. the plan for stair-climbing aid is now scheduled. Thank you.

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    Great help in a difficult time

    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.

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    Patient and understanding

    I can't speak highly enough about this helper. They were available when I needed them, supportive when I felt lost, and practical in their solutions.

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    Reliable and compassionate

    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.

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    Changed my perspective

    Perfect example of someone making a real difference. They took time out of their busy schedule to help me and never made me feel like a burden.

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    Restored my faith in humanity

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    This experience has restored my faith in the goodness of people. The helper was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about my outcome.

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    The difference this person made in my life cannot be overstated. They were patient, kind, and persistent in helping me find solutions. Truly exceptional.

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  • Thinking of you, Carmela. Get well soon.

    • Sending good thoughts, Carmela. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Thinking of Santa Rosa.

      • thanks for sharing this. Hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick. My neighbor in Leeds donated after I showed her your page. All the best.

        • Thanks for sharing this. This could happen to any of us. Thinking of Santa Rosa

          • wishing Carmela a smooth procedure and a full recovery. Read this on the bus and kept thinking about it all day.

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