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Lauren can't leave home - help build a ramp

Lauren uses a wheelchair and can't leave the house because of three steps at the door; we need a few hours of carpentry.

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Akron, Ohio, United States735 views
Pamela Lawson
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Akron
Lauren has used a wheelchair since 2025, and the house has three steps at the front door and no ramp. At the moment Lauren can only go outside when two neighbors are available to lift the chair. The materials (treated timber, screws and non-slip surface) have been donated by a local lumberyard. We need a carpenter or two to measure, cut and build, plus a helper or two. The ramp has to meet the local accessibility standard of 1:12 slope, which is why a person with building experience is important. We estimate eight hours of work. Tools are welcome - saws, drills, spirit levels. We'll provide refreshments, and Lauren's family will cook lunch for the team. I hope life is good to you.
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one weekend
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In person in Akron
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carpentry, measuring, power tools

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  • This could happen to any of us. It's not much but it's yours. All the best.

    • I hope things turn around soon. My neighbor in Los Angeles donated after I showed her your page. God bless!

      • Thinking of you and your family, Pamela. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Wish I lived closer to Nagpur so I could bring a meal. Blessings.

        • Hope things get better soon, Pamela. Your post was clear and honest

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            Stay strong, Pamela. This could happen to any of us. It's not much but it's yours.

            • Thinking of you and your family. Get well soon.

              • So sorry you're going through this. Looking forward to the next update. It's not much but it's yours. Thinking of Akron.

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