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Mobility fund: powered wheelchair for Elise in Saint-Denis

A powered wheelchair would give Elise independence - we're $6,700 away.

🇫🇷 Saint-Denis, Île-de-France, France2,397 views
Léo Jules Collet
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Saint-Denis
Elise lives with multiple sclerosis. The occupational therapist at Saint-Denis General Hospital has assessed her and recommended a powered wheelchair. The public scheme doesn't cover it, and the quote from the supplier is $6,700. Her current equipment is 13 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined her to home for 5 weeks. With the right equipment Elise 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. Funds go toward the equipment, delivery, fitting and a year of servicing. Where the $6,700 goes: • powered wheelchair: $6,000 • Fitting and training sessions: $360 • Delivery and set-up: $130 • First-year servicing plan: $210 I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support. - Léo

Updates from Léo

  1. Small update. $179 so far, I met with the supplier and confirmed the amounts.

  • Lorenzo Samuele Costantini 🇮🇹 · $63
  • Anonymous 🇺🇸 · $20

    “Hang in there. Hope the August deadline works out. - Albany”

  • Anonymous 🇫🇷 · $10
  • Mahesh C. Walia 🇮🇳 · $15
  • Anonymous 🇯🇲 · $10
  • Luís Wellington Rodrigues 🇧🇷 · $25

    “Take care of yourselves. My sister told me about this one. - Santos”

  • Natalia Burke 🇺🇸 · $10

    “Good luck. Hope this covers a bit of it. - Syracuse”

  • Ikenna Uchenna Fashola 🇳🇬 · $72

    “Happy to help. Thought of Elise all day after reading this. - Nnewi”

  • Anil M. Randhawa 🇮🇳 · $50

    “Happy to help. Thought of Elise all day after reading this. - Nashik”

  • Laura N. Vega 🇺🇸 · $5

    “Wishing you the best. Thought of Elise all day after reading this.”

  • Anonymous 🇳🇬 · $20

    “All the best. Hope this covers a bit of it. - Benin City”

  • Wyatt B. Richards 🇺🇸 · $30

    “Sending love. Hope the August deadline works out. - Bakersfield”

  • Dhruv N. Sawant 🇮🇳 · $5
  • Florence Caroline Barasa 🇹🇿 · $20
  • Manuela Santos 🇧🇷 · $20

    “Thinking of you. From Maringá with love.”

  • Anonymous 🇳🇬 · $20
  • Ubol Nattaya Charoenpol 🇹🇭 · $10
  • Jiro Kimura 🇯🇵 · $5
  • Kazuki Yuki Sakamoto 🇯🇵 · $29
  • Anonymous 🇪🇸 · $25

Reviews

4.0(4 reviews)

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  • Isaac D. Welch🇨🇦Verified helper
    Would recommend to anyone

    I had a complex problem and this person helped me navigate it step by step. Their expertise combined with their kindness made all the difference.

  • Asuka Nanami Shibata🇯🇵Verified helper
    Exceptional service

    Couldn't have asked for better support. They listened carefully, understood my situation deeply, and provided thoughtful advice that actually worked. Thank you so much.

  • Yuma Hiroto Watanabe🇯🇵Verified helper
    Really cared about my situation

    This helper is honest and transparent about what they can do. They didn't overpromise, but they did deliver excellent results. I would definitely trust them again.

  • Jae-hyun Jae-won Min🇰🇷Verified donor
    Very responsive and caring

    I was nervous about reaching out, but this person made me feel comfortable and supported from the very first interaction. Their help was invaluable.

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  • Take care. Hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick. I hope August is when things finally get easier. God bless

    • How is Elise doing now?

      • Hope it all works out, Léo. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. I have a 16 year old who wants to send good wishes too. All the best.

        • Maryam Saima ButtPhoto verified

          Stay strong, Léo. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry. God bless.

          • Jonathan M. JimenezQuestionID verified

            is there anything that isn't money that would help Elise?

            • Sharing the link is the biggest thing. And if you know anything about powered wheelchair, advice is welcome too. Thanks, that means a lot.

          • You're not alone, Léo. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Love from Tarkwa.

            • Ankit E. JatQuestion

              Is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Elise.

              • Harold BarrettAddress verified

                Rooting for you, Léo. Hope the doctors have good news. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money. Thinking of Saint-Denis.

                • Wishing you the best. Shared it with a few friends. I hope August is when things finally get easier.

                  • Keep going. I hope things turn around soon. Thinking of Saint-Denis.

                    • Sending good thoughts. Wishing Elise a smooth procedure and a full recovery. Love from Nagpur

                      • rooting for you, Léo. Wishing Elise a smooth procedure and a full recovery. Don't give up.

                        • reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Don't be hard on yourself for asking. Thinking of Saint-Denis

                          • Sending love. Hope you get there. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too. All the best!

                            • Hang in there, Léo. Get well soon. My neighbor in Hyderabad donated after I showed her your page

                              • Sending strength, Léo. I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side.

                                • Good luck, Léo. Gave what I could, wish it was more. I hope August is when things finally get easier.

                                  • Keep going, Léo. I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side. Sent it to 11 people at work. God bless.

                                    • Stay strong, Léo. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Love from Bilbao

                                      • Thinking of you. Get well soon. Greetings from São Paulo

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