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Independence for Itzel: stair-climbing aid
Itzel needs a stair-climbing aid that the health system won't fund; the cost is $2,650.
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Itzel lives with multiple sclerosis. The occupational therapist at the Bogotá Mobility Clinic has assessed her and recommended a stair-climbing aid. The public scheme doesn't cover it, and the quote from the supplier is $2,650.
Her current equipment is 13 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined her to home for 8 weeks.
With the right equipment Itzel could join the school sports day. 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.
Funds go toward the equipment, delivery, fitting and a year of servicing.
Where the $2,650 goes:
• stair-climbing aid: $2,500
• Fitting and training sessions: $30
• Delivery and set-up: $50
• First-year servicing plan: $70
Please ask me anything in the questions section. I'll answer honestly and quickly.
- Renata
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Hope you get there. Love from Santos.
sending good thoughts, Renata. Gave what I could, wish it was more.
so sorry you're going through this, Renata. Your post was clear and honest. Read this on the bus and kept thinking about it all day. Blessings.