Community member, 61, in severe hardship needs a mobility walker for safety, independence and dignity due to chronic pain.
2025 NSW Mid North Coast & Hunter Floods
Other hardship(s)
I am seeking compassionate assistance on behalf of a highly vulnerable client aged 61 who is currently experiencing significant financial hardship, chronic pain, reduced mobility, and declining wellbeing. Due to her circumstances, she has fallen into a gap between available support systems and has been unable to access funding or assistance to obtain a mobility walker, despite this equipment being essential to her daily functioning and safety. Client lives with severe and ongoing pain that impacts her ability to walk, stand for extended periods, and move safely around her home and community. Everyday tasks that many people take for granted have become increasingly difficult and exhausting. Client is currently experiencing genuine financial hardship and does not have the financial capacity to purchase a mobility walker herself. The provision of a suitable walker it would restore a sense of dignity, confidence, and hope during an exceptionally challenging period of her life.