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Independence for Matthew: stair-climbing aid

Matthew needs a stair-climbing aid that the health system won't fund; the cost is $6,600.

🇺🇸 California, United States1,748 views
Logan A. Rios
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Fresno
Matthew lives with low vision from retinitis pigmentosa. The occupational therapist at the Fresno Mobility Clinic has assessed him and recommended a stair-climbing aid. The public scheme doesn't cover it, and the quote from the supplier is $6,600. His current equipment is 8 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined him to home for 6 weeks. With the right equipment Matthew could go outside without waiting for someone to push. 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 $6,600 goes: • stair-climbing aid: $5,750 • Fitting and training sessions: $400 • Delivery and set-up: $160 • First-year servicing plan: $290 Thanks for reading all this.
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Updates from Logan

  1. Good news. Because of your gifts ($439 in total) we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.

  2. Wanted to say thank you properly. 5% funded and I met with the supplier and confirmed the amounts.

  3. Quick update: $119 raised so far (2%). the first invoice got paid this week. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

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  • Piotr Szymon Nowicki

    Looking forward to the next update. Sent it to 37 people at work. Blessings.

    • Nolan B. Henry

      Sending strength. Wishing Matthew a smooth procedure and a full recovery. I'm in engineering myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. Love from Noida.

      • Patrick Theo Simon

        Rooting for you. Get well soon. All the best.

        • Ella R. Snyder

          Rooting for you, Logan. Gave what I could, wish it was more. I'm in engineering myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. All the best.

          • Songül Defne ÖztürkID verified

            take care, Logan. Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest. Put this on a community board in Pretoria this morning. God bless.

            • Sanjay Sanjay Pandey

              Hang in there. Hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick!

              • Kunle Daniel Uba

                Sending good thoughts, Logan. I hope things turn around soon. God bless.

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