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Mobility fund: powered wheelchair for Chen in Sacramento

A powered wheelchair would give Chen independence - we're $650 away.

🇺🇸 Sacramento, California, United States1,183 views
Rui Zhi Dong
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Sacramento
Chen lives with multiple sclerosis. The occupational therapist at the Sacramento Rehabilitation Centre has assessed her and recommended a powered wheelchair. The public scheme doesn't cover it, and the quote from the supplier is $650. Her current equipment is 10 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined her to home for 10 weeks. With the right equipment Chen 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 $650 goes: • Fitting and training sessions: $260 • First-year servicing plan: $185 • Delivery and set-up: $205 I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support. - Rui
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  • Zoé Pauline Garcia

    Thanks for sharing this, Rui. Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest. All the best!

    • Teresa Chiara Grassi

      Good luck, Rui. Hope you get there. Take care.

      • Mark L. Uy

        Hope it all works out, Rui. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. I went through something like this 4 years ago and strangers helped me out. God bless.

        • Yakubu Lucky Bello

          wishing Chen a smooth procedure and a full recovery. Read this on the bus and kept thinking about it all day

          • Nicolás C. Quiroga

            Rooting for you, Rui. Shared this with my family. I'm in public service myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. God bless.

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