Keep me Rolling - Smart Drive Replacement Fund

I am raising funds to replace my SmartDrive, a crucial piece of equipment attached to my wheelchair that provides power assistance.

For the last 9 years, I have relied on a SmartDrive unit provided by Enable (Ministry of Health). It has been a lifeline for me, saving my shoulders, arms and hands from strain and allowing me to travel distances that would be impossible manually. It is not just a motor; it is my independence. Unfortunately, my old unit has finally broken down beyond repair. I applied for a replacement, but due to the updated and stricter funding criteria recently introduced by the NZ Government and Enable, my request was declined. This leaves me without the assistive technology I have relied on for nearly a decade, and without the funds to buy a replacement privately.

Why I Need Your Help A new SmartDrive unit costs approximately $13,000. As I cannot self-fund this amount and am no longer eligible for government support, I am turning to my community for help. Getting this replacement means:

• Preserving the health of my shoulders, arms and hands.

• Regaining the freedom to go out without needing someone to push me, who most times is not available.

• Continuing to live my life with the independence I have worked hard for.

Any donation, big or small, will go directly toward purchasing a replacement SmartDrive. If you cannot donate, please share this page—it helps more than you know.

Thank you for your support.