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Fumiko needs a powered wheelchair - help us make it happen
Fumiko needs a powered wheelchair that the health system won't fund; the cost is $5,050.
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Fumiko lives with a spinal cord injury. The occupational therapist at the Setagaya Mobility Clinic has assessed her and recommended a powered wheelchair. The public scheme doesn't cover it, and the quote from the supplier is $5,050.
Her current equipment is 14 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined her to home for 5 weeks.
With the right equipment Fumiko could go to school independently. 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 $5,050 goes:
• powered wheelchair: $4,800
• First-year servicing plan: $140
• Delivery and set-up: $110
Every share and every dollar helps.
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“Thought of Fumiko all day after reading this. - Columbus”
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“Thought of Fumiko all day after reading this. - Belém”
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hope this works out for you. I have a 16 year old who wants to send good wishes too. Thinking of Setagaya.
So sorry you're going through this. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Thinking of Setagaya.
how is Fumiko doing now?
Get well soon. I'm in engineering myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. Blessings.
Wishing you peace. Hope you get there. Love from Eldoret.
Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. It's not much but it's yours. God bless!
Praying for you, Chihiro. Gave what I could, wish it was more.
stay strong. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Love from Rome