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A braille note-taker for Aria: help me move freely
Help Aria get a braille note-taker so She can attend work interviews.
🇺🇸 Cleveland, Ohio, United States3,306 views
I live with low vision from retinitis pigmentosa. My occupational therapist at Cleveland General Hospital has assessed me and recommended a braille note-taker. The public scheme doesn't cover it, and the quote from the supplier is $4,250.
My current equipment is 8 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined me to home for 6 weeks.
With the right equipment I could attend work interviews. It would change my everyday life and my ability to work from home.
We've applied to two charities already and received small contributions; this campaign covers the rest.
I'll pay the supplier directly from the funds, and I'll post a photo once the equipment is delivered.
Where the $4,250 goes:
• braille note-taker: $3,450
• Fitting and training sessions: $340
• Delivery and set-up: $210
• First-year servicing plan: $250
I'll keep this page updated with receipts as things happen.
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keep going, Aria. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Thinking of Cleveland
keep going. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Greetings from Giza
You're not alone. Shared this with my family. Please keep us posted. All the best
sending strength. Shared this with my family. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. Take care.
So sorry you're going through this, Aria. It takes guts to ask. Well done. I have a 12 year old who wants to send good wishes too. Blessings.
Take care. Your post was clear and honest. Greetings from Buenos Aires.