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A pair of hearing aids for Carlos: help Carlos move freely

Carlos needs a pair of hearing aids that the health system won't fund; the cost is $1,800.

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Edilene Renata Barbosa
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Curitiba
Carlos lives with a rare neuromuscular condition. The occupational therapist at Curitiba General Hospital has assessed him and recommended a pair of hearing aids. The public scheme doesn't cover it, and the quote from the supplier is $1,800. His current equipment is 11 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined him to home for 4 weeks. With the right equipment Carlos 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. Funds go toward the equipment, delivery, fitting and a year of servicing. Where the $1,800 goes: • Delivery and set-up: $55 • First-year servicing plan: $75 • pair of hearing aids: $1,670 I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to. - Edilene

Updates from Edilene

  1. Wanted to say thank you properly. 28% funded and I met with the supplier and confirmed the amounts.

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  • hope things get better soon, Edilene. Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest. Thinking of Curitiba.

    • hang in there, Edilene. Your post was clear and honest. Please keep us posted. Blessings.

      • Okan Efe YavuzID verified

        Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Thinking of Curitiba

        • Joshua M. WatkinsPhoto verified

          Hang in there, Edilene. This could happen to any of us. Take care

          • Fajar Wawan SitompulPhoto verified

            Stay strong, Edilene. Hope the doctors have good news. Love from Buenos Aires.

            • Rooting for you, Edilene. Wishing Carlos a smooth procedure and a full recovery. Sent it to 10 people at work. Greetings from London

              • Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest. After 29 years in accounting I know how hard it's to ask for anything.

                • sending good thoughts, Edilene. Shared it with a few friends. God bless.

                  • Praying for you, Edilene. Your post was clear and honest. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. Take care.

                    • Hope it all works out. Wishing Carlos a smooth procedure and a full recovery. Blessings.

                      • Thinking of you and your family, Edilene. Looking forward to the next update. All the best

                        • Hang in there, Edilene. Hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money. Take care.

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