Paralysed Amshah runs one-stop centre for residents
JELEBU: A road accident in 2014 left his right hand and shoulder paralysed, but Amshah Mohd Raus, 39, is not one to wallow in self-pity.
Hospitalised at the Tuanku Jaafar Hospital for four months and wheelchair bound for 18 months, he decided to rebuild his life by opening a food and beverage stall in front of his house in 2016.
“I share the business with my brother Khairul, 46, selling drinks and burgers,” said the former security guard of SMK Datuk Undang Musa Al-Haj.
Amshah, the ninth of 12 siblings, said he also introduced a runner service last year for local residents and those in the Kuala Klawang area.
“The service includes helping village residents pay their utility bills, with a minimum charge of 50 sen per transaction. They also hire me to help them buy groceries. I charge RM3 for each service,” he said, adding that Khairul would take him on the motorcycle to do the rounds.
He also offers online access service to customers at his stall, with a RM3 fee.
“The idea came after mooting it on social media and receiving encouraging response, especially from my friends. My first client was located about 15km from my home. Jobs related to servicing is not easy to do, especially when it involves money and trust. I am glad people offer their support.”
Although he earns only about RM400 a month, Amshah is happy with what he is doing now.
He also receives RM400 a month from the Welfare Department and Social Security Organisation.