Ten persons living with disability in Narok North Sub County have a reason to smile after ‘The Accessibility Institute’ (TAI) donated special-made wheelchairs to them to ease their mobility in rough terrain.
TAI Co-founder Kenneth Mwarandu said they Collaborated with the National Council for Persons Living with Disability (NCPLD), Narok office, to identify the beneficiaries.
He underscored the aim of the organization to provide means for persons who are not in a position to walk so that they can move and do business like any other person.
‘These assistive devices are called ‘safari seats’, they are made in such a way that they allow people to move through various geographical conditions,’ he said, adding that the wheelchairs will not only help in mobility but also to access different opportunities.
He lauded the caretakers and family members of persons living with disability who beat all odds to ensure their beloved ones lead a normal active life despite the challenges they face.
Mwarandu asked the society not to hide persons living with disability but challenged them to register them with the NCPLD so that they can benefit from government programs in place.
Stephen Olesope Oleselel, a beneficiary and a resident of Nairegie Enkare area lauded TAI for the donation saying it will boost his mobility and his livelihood.
He called on the society to ensure all children living with disability are enrolled in school as they too have great potential of becoming professionals in future.
Another beneficiary Reverend Joseph Okulo, a resident of Narok town and lecturer at A.I.C Narok bible college applauded the efforts of TAI to help persons living with disability move in rough terrain.
‘This is amazing; this is one of the greatest help I have ever received. The chair is very stable, comfortable and beautiful. We are so grateful,’ Okulo said
He urged members of the public to allow people with disabilities to discover their ability and talents through being taken to schools as they have an important role to play in the country.
‘We need to be empowered financially or even by provision of mobility devices; I also call upon all government institutions to build ramps as people with disabilities are not in position to use stairs.’ Okulo added.
Source: Kenya News Agency