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Wasantha needs a prosthetic leg - help us make it happen

Help Wasantha get a prosthetic leg so He can go outside without waiting for someone to push.

🇱🇰 11277, Negombo, Western, Sri Lanka1,884 views
Jagath Sampath Wickramasinghe
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Negombo
Wasantha lives with a rare neuromuscular condition. The occupational therapist at the Negombo Mobility Clinic has assessed him and recommended a prosthetic leg. The public scheme doesn't cover it, and the quote from the supplier is $1,100. His current equipment is 12 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined him to home for 8 weeks. With the right equipment Wasantha could go outside without waiting for someone to push. 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 $1,100 goes: • prosthetic leg: $1,050 • Delivery and set-up: $35 • Fitting and training sessions: $15 I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to.
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Updates from Jagath

  1. Thank you all. We're at 5% now ($59). I'm honestly stunned. the plan for fitting and training sessions is now scheduled.

  2. Quick update: $10 raised so far (1%). we've started the first stage. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

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  • Melanie GrafQuestion

    how is Wasantha doing now?

    • Arda SarıPhoto verified

      thanks for sharing this, Jagath. Your post was clear and honest. Don't give up.

      • Kiptoo Hamisi Nakamya

        Best of luck. Shared it with a few friends. My husband and I read this together.

        • Hazel R. Andrada

          Thinking of you, Jagath. Wishing Wasantha a smooth procedure and a full recovery. The breakdown of costs made it easy to trust. Greetings from Hubballi

          $69 raised of $1,100

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