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

A cochlear implant processor upgrade would give Ruth independence - we're $750 away.

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Grace Aisha Barasa
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Machakos
Ruth lives with multiple sclerosis. The occupational therapist at Machakos General Hospital has assessed her and recommended a cochlear implant processor upgrade. The public scheme doesn't cover it, and the quote from the supplier is $750. Her current equipment is 12 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined her to home for 10 weeks. With the right equipment Ruth could get to the shops and visit friends. 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 $750 goes: • cochlear implant processor upgrade: $600 • Fitting and training sessions: $35 • Delivery and set-up: $30 • First-year servicing plan: $85 Thank you so much. - Grace

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    The support I received was beyond what I expected. Not only did they help with the immediate need, but they also provided guidance for long-term solutions. I'm forever grateful.

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  • Thinking of you. Hope this works out for you!

    • Can I help in a way that isn't money? I'm near Machakos!

      • Thank you. If you're in Machakos I'll say if something practical comes up. For now sharing this is great. It helps to be asked.

    • Tayyaba Iqra SandhuPhoto verified

      Hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick. My neighbor had a similar thing happen so this one hit home. Love from Tel Aviv.

      • Keep going, Grace. This could happen to any of us.

        • Michael Jide TijaniID verifiedPhoto verified

          so sorry you're going through this, Grace. Your post was clear and honest. Don't be hard on yourself for asking.

          • Wishing you peace, Grace. I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side. I'm in retail myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. Thinking of Machakos.

            • Wishing you peace. This could happen to any of us. My neighbor in Bacoor donated after I showed her your page

              • hope things get better soon. Wishing Ruth a smooth procedure and a full recovery. All the best.

                • Best of luck. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. I'll check back for the next update. All the best.

                  • Silas N. WestID verified

                    Sending good thoughts, Grace. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Sent it to 23 people at work. God bless.

                    • Stay strong, Grace. Get well soon. I'm in social work myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. Blessings

                      • Take care, Grace. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. I'll check back for the next update. Greetings from San Antonio.

                        • Thinking of you and your family, Grace. Shared it with a few friends. Thinking of Machakos.

                          • Hang in there, Grace. It takes guts to ask. Well done. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too. All the best.

                            • Joy Mercy TijaniID verified

                              Hope things get better soon, Grace. Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest. Wish I lived closer to Kozhikode so I could bring a meal.

                              • Best of luck, Grace. I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry

                                • Sending strength, Grace. Shared it with a few friends. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry. Thinking of Machakos

                                  • Best of luck. Shared this with my family. Wish I lived closer to Riverside so I could bring a meal.

                                    • Sending love. It takes guts to ask. Well done. Don't be hard on yourself for asking. Love from Bonny

                                      • So sorry you're going through this, Grace. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry. God bless!

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