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Independence for Ayaka: stair-climbing aid

Ayaka needs a stair-climbing aid that the health system won't fund; the cost is $7,500.

🇯🇵 Shinjuku, Tokyo, Japan3,991 views
Ayaka Mariko Tanaka
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Shinjuku
I live with cerebral palsy. My occupational therapist at the Shinjuku 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 $7,500. My current equipment is 14 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined me to home for 12 weeks. With the right equipment I could go outside without waiting for someone to push. 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. I'll pay the supplier directly from the funds, and I'll post a photo once the equipment is delivered. Where the $7,500 goes: • stair-climbing aid: $7,000 • Fitting and training sessions: $220 • Delivery and set-up: $140 • First-year servicing plan: $140 Glad we found this place. - Ayaka
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    Would recommend to anyone

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  • Sade Chioma Olawale

    this could happen to any of us. Love from Indore.

    • Raúl G. BenítezQuestion

      Is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Ayaka.

      • Ayaka Mariko TanakaOwnerAnswer

        The list at the bottom is the whole picture. stair-climbing aid is the biggest at $7,000. Let me know if you want more detail.

    • Alexandre Tiago Soares

      Sending love, Ayaka. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Love from Eldoret.

      • Daniela Teresa Marino

        Rooting for you, Ayaka. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Blessings.

        • Denise BatesAddress verified

          good luck. This could happen to any of us. I hope May is when things finally get easier!

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