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Independence for Luiz: powered wheelchair
Luiz needs a powered wheelchair that the health system will not fund; the cost is $150.
🇧🇷 Guarulhos, São Paulo, Brazil593 views
Luiz lives with muscular dystrophy. The occupational therapist at the Guarulhos Rehabilitation Centre has assessed him and recommended a powered wheelchair. The public scheme doesn't cover it, and the quote from the supplier is $150.
His current equipment is 14 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined him to home for 4 weeks.
With the right equipment Luiz 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 $150 goes:
• Fitting and training sessions: $50
• Delivery and set-up: $25
• First-year servicing plan: $75
Ask me anything below before you decide. I'd rather you were sure.
- Francisca
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Hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. Love from Riverside.
You're not alone, Francisca. Gave what I could, wish it was more. It's not much but it's yours. Take care.
Good luck, Francisca. I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side. Put this on a community board in Jakarta Selatan this morning. All the best