Representing the Kingdom of God to the mobility-impaired
The mission of EmmanuWheel is to provide wheelchair ramps to mobility-impaired individuals who cannot afford the cost of the ramps. By addressing the specific needs of mobility-impaired individuals, it is the intention of EmmanuWheel to share the love of Christ in a practical way. EmmanuWheel hopes to create a lasting improvement in their lives. If you have questions or if you need additional information, please email us at info@emmanuwheel.org or call us at 803-606-7551.
A health issue caused Mr. H. to have his leg amputated. EmmanuWheel was pleased to partner with Rocky Grove Baptist Church to install a temporary modular aluminum ramp for Mr. H. Our prayers are with Mr. H. as he heals from surgery and adjusts to his prosthesis.Mr. and Ms. T are faithful members at North Point Community Church in Columbia, SC. When Ms. T. became unable to walk, Pastor Freddy contacted EmmanuWheel.
Sometimes a modular aluminum ramp is the best option for a person needing a ramp. Ms. T. was unable to safely use her front steps. We were able to work with her son and her brother-in-law to install a temporary modular aluminum ramp. She now can enter and exit her home without worrying about navigating stairs.
Ms. Y. had a ramp that was built many years ago by family members. The ramp became so unsafe, that emergency medical transport providers were not able to use the ramp. Thank you to the Latino Lions team for building Ms. Y. a safe ramp that will last for many years to come!Mr. T. uses a wheelchair due to his health issues. He recently received a motorized wheelchair, however, a sturdy ramp was needed to support the wheelchair. Thank you to Richard Miller and Modern Woodmen for funding the ramp build and for providing volunteers to build the ramp!Ms. A. is 91 years old and is no longer able to walk. A ramp was essential to allow her family to get her safely to medical appointments. Thank you to the Kittiwake Baptist ramp team for coming to the rescue and building a beautiful and safe ramp for Ms. A.!EmmanuWheel partnered with Riverbend Community Church and Home Works of America to provide a ramp for Mr. D. The volunteers were able to fix his mailbox and clean up his yard while there. While at his home, we heard from Mr. D.'s neighbors about what a great neighbor he was and how he helped those around him when he was in better health. What a pleasure to give back to him by building a much needed ramp. It was also a joy to work with brothers and sisters in Christ who are such a blessing to someone in need!
Mr. N. had a very steep ramp with no safety rails. He fell many times and was unable to get in and out of his home without fear of falling. The Mt. Horeb team was able to design a sturdy, safe ramp that Mr. N. loves. He anticipates being in a wheelchair in the near future, so he is now better equipped to access his home when that time comes.
The Kittiwake Baptist ramp team found a creative solution to fit a ramp in a small space for Ms. W. Thank you to this faithful team for serving others.
Ms. B. has a medical condition that makes her very weak and unable to stand. She has fallen many times on her stairs. Thankfully, she doesn't have to worry about using those stairs anymore. She now has a beautiful ramp. With a little help, she was even able to show us a few dance moves! Thank you to the Latino Lions ramp team for another blessed day sharing the love of Christ!On one busy day, three ramps were built! Home Works of America funded the ramps and coordinated volunteers from Heathwood Hall Episcopal School. Team leaders from Mt. Horeb Church and Kittiwake Baptist Church led the students.
Ms. P. is a wheelchair user and she is on oxygen. She had no safe method of getting in and out of her home. Mungo Homes came to her rescue! Thank you, Mungo Homes, for being such an amazing partner and thank you for building a safe and sturdy ramp for Ms. P.!Ms. P. had a very steep and dangerous set of stairs that she and her family had to navigate every time she was scheduled for one of her many medical appointments. Thank you, Mungo Homes, for providing the materials and the wonderful volunteers to build Ms. P. a beautiful new ramp!
The mother of a young adult daughter was looking for help getting her daughter in and out of their home for appointments. She also wanted her daughter to know the joys of being outside on occasion - something that she was only able to do if help was available from friends and family members. Thanks to the Mt. Horeb ramp team, the young lady can now enter and exit her home safely and she can enjoy the outdoors. Mt. Horeb's new friend and her mother appreciated God's gift and they appreciated the opportunity to participate with the ramp team in "communion at the rail".
Thank you to the Brookland Baptist Church deacons for providing the manpower to build a much-needed ramp for Ms. S. Ms. S. is now safely able to enter and exit her home - something she has not been able to easily do for a long time. The deacons also were also blessed to be able to celebrate communion with Ms. S.A recent injury and multiple health issues caused Ms. C. to use a wheelchair. With no safe way to enter and exit, she was homebound. Thank you to the Kittiwake Baptist ramp team for once again being the hands and feet of God by providing a safe and sturdy ramp for Ms. C.For the mobility-impaired, a wheelchair ramp can make the difference between being homebound and out in the community. Whether it is to a medical appointment or a visit with family, the work of our volunteers helps our clients find a new way of life both in and out of their homes.
Ms. T. received a new motorized wheelchair, however she needed a well-built ramp to allow safe entrance and exit from her home. Thank you to Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union for funding the ramp and for providing awesome volunteers to build the ramp for Ms. T.!Steps in the front and back of Ms. M's home made the use of her walker risky and caused her to be mostly homebound. The Mt. Horeb ramp team developed a plan with Ms. M. to provide safe access and to allow others to assist her. Ms. M. was not able to meet with the team at the completion of the build, but she called and said she was moved to tears when she saw what the team did for her. She said the ramp will make a huge difference in her life. She wanted the ramp team to know that she appreciated the work they did and was especially thankful for the large print Bible that was signed and left for her.
Mariana Sanchez is a volunteer with the Latino Lions https://www.facebook.com/lexingtonlionssc ramp building team.
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