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Carpenters wanted: an entrance ramp for Enrique

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

🇺🇸 Oakland, California, United States663 views
Karina A. Herrera
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Oakland
Enrique has used a wheelchair since 2025, and the house has three steps at the front door and no ramp. At the moment Enrique 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 building-code slope requirement, 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 Enrique's family will cook lunch for the team. I hope life is good to you.
effort
one weekend
format
In person in Oakland
skills
carpentry, measuring, power tools
#accessibility#carpentry#volunteer#disability

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  • Inna Melnyk 🇺🇦

    I live about 7 km from Oakland. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need. Free this month.

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  • Dustin S. Simmons

    your post was clear and honest. Greetings from Hubballi

    • Leonardo A. Reed

      You're not alone. Hope the doctors have good news. After 7 years in teaching I know how hard it is to ask for anything. Blessings.

      • Eli E. Wong

        Hope things get better soon. Hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick. Love from Nizamabad.

        • Rahel Tizita Taye

          Wishing you the best, Karina. Shared it with a few friends. Take care.

          • Teresita W. SorianoID verified

            Thanks for sharing this. Hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick. Love from Madurai.

            • Ali Rana

              so sorry you're going through this. Your post was clear and honest. Don't be hard on yourself for asking. Greetings from Hamilton

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