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Miracle Week: Man's Wheelchair Goal Smashed
14 Oct
Summary
- Man with rare syndrome raised £5,000 for new wheelchair in one week.
- Donations exceeded the target, bringing in over £6,000.
- The new wheelchair is essential due to his worsening fatigue and condition.
Corey Haseley, a 31-year-old man diagnosed with the unique Optic Atrophy Plus Syndrome Mitochondrial Disease, has successfully raised £5,000 for a new lightweight wheelchair in an astonishingly short period of one week.
He expressed profound gratitude for the public's support, stating the donations exceeded all expectations and would significantly improve his quality of life. Haseley was given a strict three-month deadline to fundraise to benefit from a grant from Telford Wheelchair Services.
The unprecedented fundraising effort has already garnered over £6,000, highlighting the community's commitment to supporting Haseley. The specialized wheelchair is crucial as his current one has become difficult to manage due to mounting fatigue.
This new equipment will feature a bucket seat for improved posture and stability, addressing his specific needs. Any surplus funds will be reserved for future modifications, recognizing the substantial cost of essential mobility aids.
