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Carpenters wanted: an entrance ramp for Madeline

Materials are donated. We need two carpenters and a helper for a weekend in Allentown.

🇺🇸 Pennsylvania, United States1,347 views
Emery W. Castro
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Allentown
Madeline has used a wheelchair since 2021, and the house has three steps at the front door and no ramp. At the moment Madeline 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 eight hours of work. Tools are welcome - saws, drills, spirit levels. We'll provide refreshments, and Madeline's family will cook lunch for the team. Thank you for reading my story.
effort
one weekend
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In person in Allentown
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carpentry, measuring, power tools
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  • Samantha Lawson 🇺🇸 Accepted

    I live about 9 km from Allentown. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need Can bring a friend.

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3.5(6 reviews)

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  • Gaurav P. Kohli🇦🇺Verified donor
    Exactly what I needed

    This is what community support looks like. They didn't just offer generic advice; they provided personalized help tailored to my specific situation.

  • Kazimierz Jan Malinowski🇵🇱Verified donor
    Exceptional service

    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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    Delivered on promises

    The help I received was exactly what was described and more. This person follows through on their commitments and genuinely cares about making a positive impact.

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    Great help in a difficult time

    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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    Truly grateful for the support

    This is the kind of person who restores your faith in humanity. They didn't just offer help; they genuinely cared about my wellbeing and followed through on every commitment.

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  • Yanti Bunga Simanjuntak

    Thinking of you and your family, Emery. Hope the doctors have good news

    • Kevin Kato Mukasa

      stay strong, Emery. Hope the doctors have good news. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money. Thinking of Allentown

      • Efrat Liat Segal

        I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. After 25 years in logistics I know how hard it's to ask for anything.

        • José W. Robles

          Praying for you. I hope things turn around soon. Love from Amiens.

          • Delphine Sarah LecomtePhoto verified

            Good luck. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Thinking of Allentown

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