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A cochlear implant processor upgrade for Burcu: help Burcu move freely

Burcu needs a cochlear implant processor upgrade that the health system won't fund; the cost is $4,650.

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Burcu lives with multiple sclerosis. The occupational therapist at the Eindhoven Rehabilitation Centre has assessed her and recommended a cochlear implant processor upgrade. The public scheme doesn't cover it, and the quote from the supplier is $4,650. Her current equipment is 14 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined her to home for 4 weeks. With the right equipment Burcu could attend work interviews. It would change everyday life for the whole family. 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 $4,650 goes: • cochlear implant processor upgrade: $4,300 • First-year servicing plan: $260 • Delivery and set-up: $90 Ask me anything below before you decide. I'd rather you were sure. - Derya

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Updates from Derya

Small update. $115 so far, the plan for cochlear implant processor upgrade is now scheduled.
We're at 1% thanks to 3 of you. I met with the supplier and confirmed the amounts. More news soon.

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