Cook Islands Community Rallies to Support Paralyzed Young Badminton Player
Badminton Cook Islands to Host Fundraiser for Maevarangi Kirikava Jnr.
RAROTONGA, Cook Islands (AP) — The Cook Islands community is uniting to support maevarangi Kirikava Jnr, a young badminton player who suffered paralysis from the waist down earlier this year following a swimming accident.Badminton Cook Islands will hold a sausage sizzle fundraiser this Saturday at CITC Supermarket to aid in his ongoing rehabilitation.
The funds raised will assist Kirikava Jnr and his family with rehabilitation costs as they prepare to return to the Cook Islands from Auckland,New Zealand,where he is currently receiving treatment at Middlemore Hospital.
Family Faces Meaningful Challenges
Kirikava Jnr’s father, Maevarangi Kirikava, expressed the family’s desire to return home, acknowledging the financial strain caused by their son’s condition. Both parents are currently unable to work due to the full-time care required by their son. The family anticipates significant expenses in adapting their home to accommodate Kirikava Jnr’s needs upon their return.
Fundraiser Details and Goals
The fundraiser will offer a variety of goods, including chicken rolls, sausage sizzles, baked treats, and fruit juice. All proceeds and additional donations will go directly towards Kirikava Jnr’s rehabilitation, essential medical care, and the purchase of necessary equipment such as a motorized wheelchair.
Community Support Appreciated
Families and friends of Kirikava Jnr expressed their gratitude to the community for its anticipated support, recognizing the vital role these contributions will play in navigating the financial challenges ahead. Badminton Cook Islands thanks all contributors, especially from the badminton community and CITC Supermarket.
Donations are welcome from anyone wishing to contribute to this worthy cause, providing much-needed assistance as the family prepares to return home and adapt to their new circumstances. Contact Badminton Cook Islands for more details on how to donate.
Here are two PAA (Purpose, Audience, Action) related questions suitable for this Q&A, each on a new line:
Cook Islands Community Rallies to Support Paralyzed Young Badminton Player: Q&A
Frequently Asked Questions Answered
- Who is Maevarangi Kirikava Jnr?
- Maevarangi Kirikava Jnr is a young badminton player from the Cook Islands who suffered paralysis from the waist down due to a swimming accident earlier this year.He is currently undergoing treatment in New Zealand.
- What happened to him?
- he suffered paralysis from the waist down after a swimming accident.
- Why is the Cook Islands community fundraising?
- The community is holding a fundraiser to help cover the costs of MaevarangiS rehabilitation, medical care, and necessary equipment like a motorized wheelchair. His family is also facing financial difficulties due to the care he now requires.
- What kind of fundraiser is it?
- Badminton Cook Islands is organizing a sausage sizzle at CITC supermarket. There will be chicken rolls, baked treats, and fruit juice available for purchase, with all proceeds going to Maevarangi’s support.
- Where is he receiving treatment?
- He is currently receiving treatment at Middlemore Hospital in Auckland, New Zealand.
- How can I help?
- You can contribute by attending the fundraiser, donating directly to Badminton Cook Islands, or sharing the information with others. Every little bit helps!
- What are the family’s biggest challenges?
- The family faces significant challenges, including the financial strain of rehabilitation costs, the need to adapt their home for accessibility, and the parents’ inability to work due to their son’s full-time care.
trivia: Adapting a home for someone with mobility challenges can involve installing ramps, widening doorways, and modifying bathrooms. These modifications can be expensive, but are crucial for self-reliant living.
Show your support for Maevarangi kirikava Jnr. and help him return home! Donate today through Badminton Cook Islands.
