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A braille note-taker for Ruma: help me move freely
A braille note-taker would give Ruma independence - we're $1,000 away.
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I live with muscular dystrophy. My occupational therapist at Mumbai 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 $1,000.
My current equipment is 15 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined me to home for 4 weeks.
With the right equipment I could go to school independently. 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 $1,000 goes:
• braille note-taker: $880
• Fitting and training sessions: $45
• Delivery and set-up: $25
• First-year servicing plan: $50
I'll keep this page updated with receipts as things happen.
- Ruma
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Update from Mumbai: the first invoice got paid this week. We're at 20% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.
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Thinking of you and your family, Ruma. Gave what I could, wish it was more. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. Blessings.
Good luck, Ruma. This could happen to any of us. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry. Love from Surabaya