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A pair of hearing aids for Qasim: help me move freely
A pair of hearing aids would give Qasim independence - we're $1,550 away.
🇸🇦 Jeddah, Makkah, Saudi Arabia1,405 views
I live with muscular dystrophy. My occupational therapist at the Jeddah Mobility Clinic has assessed me and recommended a pair of hearing aids. The public scheme doesn't cover it, and the quote from the supplier is $1,550.
My current equipment is 8 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined me to home for 12 weeks.
With the right equipment I could get to the shops and visit friends. 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 $1,550 goes:
• pair of hearing aids: $1,150
• Fitting and training sessions: $240
• First-year servicing plan: $160
Whatever you can give, even just sharing this page, means a lot.
Updates from Qasim
Update from Jeddah: I made the first payment toward pair of hearing aids. We're at 11% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.
Quick update: $163 raised so far (11%). I met with the supplier and confirmed the amounts. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.
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You're not alone, Qasim. Your post was clear and honest. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry. Thinking of Jeddah.
Thanks for sharing this, Qasim. This could happen to any of us. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double.