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Mobility fund: stair-climbing aid for Isabella in Bakersfield

Isabella needs a stair-climbing aid that the health system won't fund; the cost is $8,000.

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Alice K. Richardson
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Bakersfield
Isabella lives with a rare neuromuscular condition. The occupational therapist at the Bakersfield Rehabilitation Centre has assessed her and recommended a stair-climbing aid. The public scheme doesn't cover it, and the quote from the supplier is $8,000. Her current equipment is 12 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined her to home for 5 weeks. With the right equipment Isabella could speak with the people around her. 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 $8,000 goes: • First-year servicing plan: $330 • stair-climbing aid: $7,500 • Delivery and set-up: $170 I hope life is good to you. - Alice
#disability#accessibility#mobility

Updates from Alice

  1. Small update. $2,721 so far, the plan for first-year servicing plan is now scheduled.

  2. 12% there. the plan for stair-climbing aid is now scheduled. Thank you.

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  • Pairoj Wirat Boonmee

    Thinking of you, Alice. Gave what I could, wish it was more

    • Mariana S. DelgadoQuestion

      Is there anything that isn't money that would help Isabella?

      • Alice K. RichardsonOwnerAnswer

        Sharing the link is the biggest thing. And if you know anything about first-year servicing plan, advice is welcome too. Appreciate you taking the time.

    • Carmen Claudia Sandu

      Sending strength, Alice. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Love from Akron.

      • Nova Kirby

        Sending good thoughts, Alice. Gave what I could, wish it was more. I'm in teaching myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. Take care.

        • Sri Lestari Winata

          Thanks for sharing this, Alice. Your post was clear and honest. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too. Take care.

          • Rashid Rashid QaziPhoto verified

            Hope the doctors have good news. I have a 13 year old who wants to send good wishes too. Take care.

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