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A prosthetic leg for José: help José move freely
José needs a prosthetic leg that the health system won't fund; the cost is $1,100.
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José lives with a rare neuromuscular condition. The occupational therapist at Coatzacoalcos General Hospital has assessed him and recommended a prosthetic leg. The public scheme doesn't cover it, and the quote from the supplier is $1,100.
His current equipment is 8 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined him to home for 8 weeks.
With the right equipment José could go outside without waiting for someone to push. 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 $1,100 goes:
• First-year servicing plan: $110
• prosthetic leg: $910
• Delivery and set-up: $80
If you're reading this, thank you.
- Liliana
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hope it all works out, Liliana. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Please keep us posted.
Keep going, Liliana. Hope the doctors have good news. Greetings from Corpus Christi.
Thinking of you. Hope the doctors have good news. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money. God bless.
Praying for you, Liliana. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. I have a 11 year old who wants to send good wishes too. Take care
Sending love. 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. Thinking of Coatzacoalcos.
Good luck. Wishing José a smooth procedure and a full recovery. Put this on a community board in São Paulo this morning. Take care.
So sorry you're going through this, Liliana. Wishing José a smooth procedure and a full recovery. Don't be hard on yourself for asking.