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Independence for Nkechi: powered wheelchair
A powered wheelchair would give Nkechi independence - we're $650 away.
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I live with a spinal cord injury. My occupational therapist at Abuja General Hospital has assessed me and recommended a powered wheelchair. The public scheme doesn't cover it, and the quote from the supplier is $650.
My current equipment is 8 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined me to home for 4 weeks.
With the right equipment I could attend work interviews. It would change my everyday life and my ability to work from home.
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 $650 goes:
• powered wheelchair: $560
• Fitting and training sessions: $20
• Delivery and set-up: $25
• First-year servicing plan: $45
I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to.
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“Best of luck. Hope you get the rest soon. - Machakos”
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- Camila A. Ibáñez 🇲🇽 · $5
- Ye-eun Soo-ah Lim 🇺🇸 · $13
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take care, Nkechi. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Don't be hard on yourself for asking.
Rooting for you, Nkechi. Gave what I could, wish it was more. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry. Thinking of Abuja.
Praying for you, Nkechi. Wishing Nkechi a smooth procedure and a full recovery. Blessings
Wishing you peace, Nkechi. Shared this with my family. Sent it to 18 people at work.