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A cochlear implant processor upgrade for Elijah: help me move freely
A cochlear implant processor upgrade would give Elijah independence - we're $7,000 away.
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I live with low vision from retinitis pigmentosa. My occupational therapist at the El Paso Rehabilitation Centre has assessed me and recommended a cochlear implant processor upgrade. The public scheme doesn't cover it, and the quote from the supplier is $7,000.
My current equipment is 9 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined me to home for 8 weeks.
With the right equipment I could join the school sports day. 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.
Funds go toward the equipment, delivery, fitting and a year of servicing.
Where the $7,000 goes:
• cochlear implant processor upgrade: $6,250
• Fitting and training sessions: $260
• Delivery and set-up: $220
• First-year servicing plan: $270
Ask me anything below before you decide. I'd rather you were sure.
- Elijah
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Praying for you. Your post was clear and honest. I'm in construction myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. Blessings.
Best of luck. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. My sister had a similar thing happen so this one hit home.
Rooting for you, Elijah. Hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick. Blessings
Sending love, Elijah. It takes guts to ask. Well done.
Stay strong, Elijah. I hope things turn around soon. I'm in construction myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. God bless.
Hope it all works out. Wishing Elijah a smooth procedure and a full recovery. My father had a similar thing happen so this one hit home. God bless.
Stay strong, Elijah. Hope you get there. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. All the best
you're not alone. Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest. Don't give up. God bless
Take care. Hope you get there. We're a small family in Saint Petersburg but we're thinking of you. All the best.
This could happen to any of us. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. Thinking of El Paso.
Your post was clear and honest. We're a small family in Arusha but we're thinking of you. Thinking of El Paso.
Wishing you peace, Elijah. Hope this works out for you. Don't be hard on yourself for asking. Blessings.