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Independence for Ana: stair-climbing aid
Ana needs a stair-climbing aid that the health system won't fund; the cost is $2,100.
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I live with a spinal cord injury. My occupational therapist at the Curitiba 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 $2,100.
My current equipment is 15 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined me to home for 7 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 $2,100 goes:
• Fitting and training sessions: $105
• stair-climbing aid: $1,900
• First-year servicing plan: $95
I hope life is good to you.
Updates from Ana
Thank you all. We're at 4% now ($80). I'm honestly stunned. we've booked the dates and paid the deposit.
Update from Curitiba: we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. We're at 1% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.
Thank you all. We're at 2% now ($45). I'm honestly stunned. I made the first payment toward stair-climbing aid.
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thanks for sharing this, Ana. Shared it with a few friends. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. Blessings
Wishing you the best, Ana. Wishing Ana a smooth procedure and a full recovery
Stay strong, Ana. Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest. All the best.
You're not alone, Ana. Hope you get there. I went through something like this 10 years ago and strangers helped me out.
Thanks for sharing this, Ana. Hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick. After 14 years in customer support I know how hard it's to ask for anything. Take care.