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A cochlear implant processor upgrade for Colton: help Colton move freely
Colton needs a cochlear implant processor upgrade that the health system won't fund; the cost is $6,650.
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Colton lives with a spinal cord injury. The occupational therapist at the Gatineau Rehabilitation Centre has assessed him and recommended a cochlear implant processor upgrade. The public scheme doesn't cover it, and the quote from the supplier is $6,650.
His current equipment is 12 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined him to home for 4 weeks.
With the right equipment Colton 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.
Funds go toward the equipment, delivery, fitting and a year of servicing.
Where the $6,650 goes:
• cochlear implant processor upgrade: $6,000
• Fitting and training sessions: $240
• Delivery and set-up: $110
• First-year servicing plan: $300
I'll keep this page updated with receipts as things happen.
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“All the best. Hope you get the rest soon. - San Antonio”
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“God bless. Thought of Colton all day after reading this. - Riverside”
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everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. All the best.
Hang in there. Your post was clear and honest. Greetings from Kota
Thinking of you, Mia. Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest. All the best.