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Tiago needs a stair-climbing aid - help us make it happen

A stair-climbing aid would give Tiago independence - we're $1,200 away.

🇧🇷 Olinda, Pernambuco, Brazil1,408 views
Bruna Eliane Siqueira
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Olinda
Tiago lives with a rare neuromuscular condition. The occupational therapist at Olinda General Hospital has assessed him and recommended a stair-climbing aid. The public scheme doesn't cover it, and the quote from the supplier is $1,200. His current equipment is 11 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined him to home for 3 weeks. With the right equipment Tiago 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 $1,200 goes: • stair-climbing aid: $900 • Fitting and training sessions: $115 • Delivery and set-up: $50 • First-year servicing plan: $135 Please ask me anything in the questions section. I'll answer honestly and quickly. - Bruna
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Updates from Bruna

  1. We're at 67% thanks to 22 of you. I met with the supplier and confirmed the amounts. More news soon.

  2. Thank you all. We're at 36% now ($433). I'm honestly stunned. the plan for fitting and training sessions is now scheduled.

  3. Small update. $275 so far, the plan for first-year servicing plan is now scheduled.

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  • Hamza Danish SyedPhoto verified

    So sorry you're going through this, Bruna. This could happen to any of us.

    • Donatella Concetta Gatti

      thinking of you and your family, Bruna. Wishing Tiago a smooth procedure and a full recovery

      • Liliana B. Robertson

        shared it with a few friends. Thinking of Olinda.

        • Samantha HartQuestion

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

          • Bruna Eliane SiqueiraOwnerAnswerID verified

            Sharing the link is the biggest thing. And if you know anything about stair-climbing aid, advice is welcome too. It helps to be asked.

        • Popy Ayesha HaqueAddress verified

          Hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick. Don't be hard on yourself for asking. Blessings!

          • Kajal E. Phadke

            Sending good thoughts. Looking forward to the next update. I'll check back for the next update. God bless.

            • Kaan Eren Duman

              Thanks for sharing this. Hope this works out for you. Sent it to 27 people at work

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