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Independence for Kai: stair-climbing aid
Kai needs a stair-climbing aid that the health system won't fund; the cost is $9,750.
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Kai lives with cerebral palsy. The occupational therapist at the Austin Rehabilitation Centre has assessed him and recommended a stair-climbing aid. The public scheme doesn't cover it, and the quote from the supplier is $9,750.
His current equipment is 12 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined him to home for 7 weeks.
With the right equipment Kai could attend work interviews. 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 $9,750 goes:
• stair-climbing aid: $9,250
• Fitting and training sessions: $380
• Delivery and set-up: $120
I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support.
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Thanks for sharing this, Gabriel. Hope you get there
hope you get there. Sent it to 30 people at work. Greetings from Worcester.
Keep going, Gabriel. Hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick. Take care.
Stay strong, Gabriel. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Blessings
Hope things get better soon. I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side. Thinking of Austin.