JELEBU: A road accident in 2014 left his right hand and shoulder paralysed, but Amshah Mohd Raus, 39, is not one to sit back and wallow in self-pity.
Hospitalised at Tuanku Jaafar Hospital (HTJ) 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 at Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Datuk Undang Musa Al-Haj.
Amshah, the 9th of 12 children, said he also introduced a runner service last year for local residents and those in Kuala Klawang area.
“The service includes helping village residents to pay their utility bills for 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 Khairul would take him on the motorcycle to do the rounds.
He also offers online access service to customers at his stall for RM3.
“The idea of operating a runner service came after he mooted it on social media and received encouraging response, especially from my friends. My first client was located about 15 kilometers from my home.
“Jobs related to servicing is not eas, especially when it involves money and trust. I am glad people offer their support,” he added.
Although he earns only about RM400 a month, Amshah is happy with what he is doing now.
In addition, he also receives RM400 a month from the Social Welfare Department (JKM) and Socso.