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A specialist standing frame for Joaquim: help me move freely
Joaquim needs a specialist standing frame that the health system won't fund; the cost is $1,550.
🇧🇷 Londrina, Paraná, Brazil548 views
I live with a rare neuromuscular condition. My occupational therapist at the Londrina Rehabilitation Centre has assessed me and recommended a specialist standing frame. The public scheme doesn't cover it, and the quote from the supplier is $1,550.
My current equipment is 12 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined me to home for 12 weeks.
With the right equipment I could speak with the people around him. 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.
I'll pay the supplier directly from the funds, and I'll post a photo once the equipment is delivered.
Where the $1,550 goes:
• specialist standing frame: $1,300
• Fitting and training sessions: $85
• Delivery and set-up: $35
• First-year servicing plan: $130
If you're reading this, thank you.
- Joaquim
Updates from Joaquim
We're at 9% thanks to 7 of you. the plan for fitting and training sessions is now scheduled. More news soon.
Small update. $126 so far, I met with the supplier and confirmed the amounts. - Joaquim
Quick update: $46 raised so far (3%). I met with the supplier and confirmed the amounts. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.
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