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A prosthetic leg for Marijke: help me move freely
Marijke needs a prosthetic leg that the health system won't fund; the cost is $7,550.
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I live with a rare neuromuscular condition. My occupational therapist at the Haarlem Rehabilitation Centre has assessed me and recommended a prosthetic leg. The public scheme doesn't cover it, and the quote from the supplier is $7,550.
My current equipment is 11 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined me to home for 10 weeks.
With the right equipment I could go outside without waiting for someone to push. 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 $7,550 goes:
• prosthetic leg: $7,000
• First-year servicing plan: $210
• Fitting and training sessions: $340
With deep gratitude,
Marijke
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2.7(3 reviews)Only people who gave to this need, or whose offer to help was accepted, can review it.
- Honest and trustworthy
This helper is honest and transparent about what they can do. They didn't overpromise, but they did deliver excellent results. I would definitely trust them again.
- Made a real difference
Couldn't have asked for better support. They listened carefully, understood my situation deeply, and provided thoughtful advice that actually worked. Thank you so much.
- Would recommend to anyone
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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Praying for you, Marijke. This could happen to any of us. Take care.
sending good thoughts, Marijke. Shared this with my family.
is there anything that isn't money that would help Marijke?
Thank you. If you're in Haarlem I'll say if something practical comes up. For now sharing this is great. Thanks, that means a lot.
Wishing you peace, Marijke. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Love from Half-Way Tree.
is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Marijke.
Best of luck, Marijke. Hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick.
Thinking of you and your family, Marijke. Hope the doctors have good news. The breakdown of costs made it easy to trust.
Praying for you, Marijke. Hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick. Thinking of Haarlem.
thinking of you, Marijke. Gave what I could, wish it was more. It's not much but it's yours. Love from Kathmandu