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Nora needs a powered wheelchair - help us make it happen

Help Nora get a powered wheelchair so She can go to school independently.

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Benjamin J. Li
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Springfield
Nora lives with a rare neuromuscular condition. The occupational therapist at the Springfield Rehabilitation Centre has assessed her and recommended a powered wheelchair. The public scheme doesn't cover it, and the quote from the supplier is $3,900. Her current equipment is 12 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined her to home for 6 weeks. With the right equipment Nora could go to school independently. 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 $3,900 goes: • powered wheelchair: $3,200 • Fitting and training sessions: $330 • Delivery and set-up: $180 • First-year servicing plan: $190 With deep gratitude, Benjamin

Updates from Benjamin

  1. Thank you all. We're at 9% now ($370). I'm honestly stunned. the plan for powered wheelchair is now scheduled.

  2. Quick update: $1,035 raised so far (27%). we've started the first stage. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

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    “Thought of Nora all day after reading this. - Saket”

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  • Jacob Graham🇺🇸Verified donor
    Trustworthy helper

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

  • Tharushi Iresha Yapa🇱🇰Verified donor
    Exceeded expectations

    I was struggling and didn't know where to turn. This person stepped in without hesitation and provided exactly what I needed. Their compassion and expertise made all the difference in my life.

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  • Sending love. Wishing Nora a smooth procedure and a full recovery. I have a 17 year old who wants to send good wishes too. Love from Nijmegen.

    • thinking of you, Benjamin. Shared this with my family. I have a 12 year old who wants to send good wishes too. All the best

      • good luck, Benjamin. Hope you get there.

        • Sending strength. Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest. Love from Uppsala.

          • Thinking of you and your family, Benjamin. Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest. All the best

            • Sending good thoughts. Wishing Nora a smooth procedure and a full recovery.

              • Thanks for sharing this, Benjamin. This could happen to any of us. My husband and I read this together. Take care.

                • This could happen to any of us. We're a small family in Lagos but we're thinking of you. Greetings from Lagos.

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