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Naledi can't leave home - help build a ramp

Materials are donated. We need two carpenters and a helper for a weekend in Pretoria.

🇿🇦 Gauteng, South Africa1,421 views
Zola C. Petersen
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Pretoria
Naledi has used a wheelchair since 2023, and the house has three steps at the front door and no ramp. At the moment Naledi 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 building-code slope requirement, which is why a person with building experience is important. We estimate ten hours of work. Tools are welcome - saws, drills, spirit levels. We'll provide refreshments, and Naledi's family will cook lunch for the team. If you can't give, please share this page. It does reach people.
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one weekend
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In person in Pretoria
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carpentry, measuring, power tools
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People who offered to help

  • Shweta W. Gupta 🇺🇸

    I live about 3 km from Pretoria. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need. Flexible on timing.

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3.0(6 reviews)

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  • Lovely S. Andrada🇵🇭Verified donor
    Genuine person with a big heart

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

  • Jorge R. Guzmán🇦🇷Verified donor
    Genuine person with a big heart

    The help I received was exactly what was described and more. This person follows through on their commitments and genuinely cares about making a positive impact.

  • Nithya D. Warrier🇮🇳Verified donor
    Changed my perspective

    This experience has restored my faith in the goodness of people. The helper was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about my outcome.

  • Samir Amir Mebarek🇮🇹Verified helper
    Amazing support system

    The support I received was beyond what I expected. Not only did they help with the immediate need, but they also provided guidance for long-term solutions. I'm forever grateful.

  • Walker Owens🇺🇸Verified helper
    Really cared about my situation

    This is the kind of person who restores your faith in humanity. They didn't just offer help; they genuinely cared about my wellbeing and followed through on every commitment.

  • Million Kidus Zerihun🇪🇹Verified donor
    Quick response, great follow-up

    I was going through a tough time and this person's support was invaluable. They didn't judge, just helped. That kind of genuine compassion is rare these days.

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  • Douglas S. King

    best of luck. Looking forward to the next update. I hope October is when things finally get easier. Thinking of Pretoria.

    • Thabo K. Joubert

      wishing you the best, Zola. I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side. Please keep us posted.

      • Taner Enes Sarı

        I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side. Greetings from Tampa.

        • Dipu Tuhin Sen

          Best of luck, Zola. Shared it with a few friends. God bless.

          • Gerrit Koen Gerritsen

            You're not alone. Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. Greetings from Liverpool

            • Paula AlbrechtAddress verifiedID verifiedPhoto verified

              Thinking of you and your family, Zola. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend.

              • Kelly Rosângela BezerraAddress verifiedID verified

                Best of luck, Zola. Wishing Naledi a smooth procedure and a full recovery. My neighbor in Cairo donated after I showed her your page. Love from Cairo.

                • Eoin Higgins

                  Get well soon. It's not much but it's yours. Thinking of Pretoria

                  • Agus Dedi RamadhanID verified

                    Thinking of you and your family, Zola. Hope the doctors have good news. Wish I lived closer to Ribeirão Preto so I could bring a meal

                    • Delilah Howard

                      Hang in there. Wishing Naledi a smooth procedure and a full recovery. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. Blessings!

                      • Jose P. Uy

                        Thinking of you. Gave what I could, wish it was more. I have a 8 year old who wants to send good wishes too. God bless

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