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Independence for Chloe: stair-climbing aid

A stair-climbing aid would give Chloe independence - we're $7,900 away.

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Brenda K. Jenkins
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Coventry
Chloe lives with muscular dystrophy. The occupational therapist at the Coventry Rehabilitation Centre has assessed her and recommended a stair-climbing aid. The public scheme doesn't cover it, and the quote from the supplier is $7,900. Her current equipment is 13 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined her to home for 12 weeks. With the right equipment Chloe could get to the shops and visit friends. 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 $7,900 goes: • Fitting and training sessions: $165 • stair-climbing aid: $7,500 • Delivery and set-up: $235 Please ask me anything in the questions section. I'll answer honestly and quickly.
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Updates from Brenda

  1. Small update. $3,608 so far, I met with the supplier and confirmed the amounts.

  2. We're at 15% thanks to 39 of you. I made the first payment toward stair-climbing aid. More news soon.

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  • Mina Mina BistaQuestion

    What's already covered and what's the $7,900 for?

    • Brenda K. JenkinsOwnerAnswer

      It's all in the list in the story. fitting and training sessions is the big one at $165, I'll post a receipt when it's paid.

  • Muhammad Hadi WardanaPhoto verified

    thanks for sharing this, Brenda. Wishing Chloe a smooth procedure and a full recovery. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. Blessings.

    • Revathi G. KumarID verified

      Sending love, Brenda. Get well soon. Take care

      • Margaux Sarah Fontaine

        Hope things get better soon, Brenda. Hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend. Love from Grenoble

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