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Erica needs a prosthetic leg - help us make it happen

A prosthetic leg would give Erica independence - we're $1,650 away.

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Mercy M. Abad
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Manila
Erica lives with a rare neuromuscular condition. The occupational therapist at Manila General Hospital has assessed her and recommended a prosthetic leg. The public scheme doesn't cover it, and the quote from the supplier is $1,650. Her current equipment is 9 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined her to home for 6 weeks. With the right equipment Erica could go outside without waiting for someone to push. It would change everyday life for the whole family. We've applied to two charities already and received small contributions; this campaign covers the rest. I'll pay the supplier directly from the funds, and I'll post a photo once the equipment is delivered. Where the $1,650 goes: • prosthetic leg: $1,550 • Fitting and training sessions: $40 • Delivery and set-up: $25 • First-year servicing plan: $35 Whatever you can give, even just sharing this page, means a lot. - Mercy
#disability#accessibility#mobility

Updates from Mercy

  1. Thank you all. We're at 8% now ($129). I'm honestly stunned. the first invoice got paid this week.

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  • Thanawat Udom Charoenpol 🇹🇭 · $50
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  • Adrián Montes 🇲🇽 · $4

    “Sending love. Thought of Erica all day after reading this.”

  • Anonymous 🇺🇸 · $89

    “Be well. This is from my last paycheck, glad to do it. - Macon”

  • Chaminda Thilina Herath 🇱🇰 · $21

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  • Hannah S. Kelley🇺🇸Verified donor
    Restored my faith in humanity

    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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    Would recommend to anyone

    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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    Would recommend to anyone

    I had a complex problem and this person helped me navigate it step by step. Their expertise combined with their kindness made all the difference.

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  • Ihor Volodymyr Mikhailov

    I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side. Greetings from Warri.

    • Yared Bereket Abate

      Hope things get better soon. Gave what I could, wish it was more. After 25 years in nursing I know how hard it's to ask for anything. Greetings from Rajshahi

      • Aileen F. Salazar

        Thinking of you and your family, Mercy. Your post was clear and honest. All the best.

        • Emeka Paul Alabi

          Good luck. Wishing Erica a smooth procedure and a full recovery!

          • Yuki Yamashita

            get well soon. It's not much but it's yours

            • Gloria L. Jennings

              Thanks for sharing this, Mercy. Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest. Greetings from Birmingham.

              • Małgorzata Maja Borkowski

                You're not alone, Mercy. Your post was clear and honest

                • Anushka Phadke

                  Good luck. Hope this works out for you. We're a small family in Takoradi but we're thinking of you. Greetings from Takoradi.

                  $240.50 raised of $1,650

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