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Independence for Vida: stair-climbing aid

Help Vida get a stair-climbing aid so She can join the school sports day.

🇬🇭 Ghana2,222 views
Patience Sandra Boateng
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Tarkwa
Vida lives with profound hearing loss. The occupational therapist at the Tarkwa 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 $800. Her current equipment is 12 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined her to home for 7 weeks. With the right equipment Vida 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. I'll pay the supplier directly from the funds, and I'll post a photo once the equipment is delivered. Where the $800 goes: • stair-climbing aid: $690 • Fitting and training sessions: $60 • Delivery and set-up: $25 • First-year servicing plan: $25 I'll keep this page updated with receipts as things happen.
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Updates from Patience

  1. Update from Tarkwa: the first invoice got paid this week. We're at 21% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.

  2. Thank you all. We're at 17% now ($136). I'm honestly stunned. the plan for fitting and training sessions is now scheduled.

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  • Aniket L. Bhatt🇮🇳Verified helper
    Really cared about my situation

    This is what community support looks like. They didn't just offer generic advice; they provided personalized help tailored to my specific situation.

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    Made me feel heard

    The difference this person made in my life cannot be overstated. They were patient, kind, and persistent in helping me find solutions. Truly exceptional.

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  • Wunmi Esther Nnamdi

    stay strong, Patience. I hope things turn around soon. Love from Ankara.

    • Zahra Hesti Suharto

      Thinking of you. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Don't be hard on yourself for asking

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