Nicky was born without arms and with shortened legs, but despite all of life’s challenges, she has overcome the almost impossible. Nicky leads an independent life and in 2004 she proudly obtained her Masters degree in Clinical Psychology from
Nicky’s positive attitude is inspirational. She drives a specially adapted car that is phenomenal to see in action. Nicky’s work takes her from her private practice in Milnerton to various hospitals and on to
Other achievements include:
- Being nominated for the “Woman of Worth” award in 2006.
- Vice President of Education (Ernst & Young Toastmasters Club,
Nicky’s current car (a 1995 Honda Civic) has extensive mileage and she needs to obtain a replacement car before her current car becomes unsafe and unreliable. The specialized adaptations required for this car are costly and are only available in the
Nicky will need approximately R800 000 to underwrite the cost of the car.
This would cover the cost of:
- the car
- the special adaptations
- the importation
- flights for Nicky and a companion to
Nicky has sought professional advice and narrowed her options to three cars, namely the Honda CR-V, Suzuki Grand Vitara and Volvo XC60. Why has Nicky chosen these options:
- Due to the substantial costs for a car to be adapted for Nicky’s specific needs, her next car needs to be very reliable to ensure her continued independence, safety and mobility.
- The car requires enough boot space to transport her motorized wheelchair, which Nicky will load and unload independently with a hoist system.
- The new car needs to have automatic transmission and hydraulic steering.
“Strength does not come from physical capacity. It comes from an indomitable will” Mahatma Gandhi
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