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Alyssa needs a cochlear implant processor upgrade - help us make it happen
Alyssa needs a cochlear implant processor upgrade that the health system won't fund; the cost is $2,100.
🇬🇧 United Kingdom3,488 views
I live with multiple sclerosis. My occupational therapist at the Birmingham Rehabilitation Centre has assessed me and recommended a cochlear implant processor upgrade. The public scheme doesn't cover it, and the quote from the supplier is $2,100.
My current equipment is 11 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined me to home for 8 weeks.
With the right equipment I could attend work interviews. 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 $2,100 goes:
• cochlear implant processor upgrade: $1,550
• Fitting and training sessions: $105
• Delivery and set-up: $135
• First-year servicing plan: $310
I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to.
- Alyssa
Updates from Alyssa
Thank you all. We're at 55% now ($1,156). I'm honestly stunned. I made the first payment toward cochlear implant processor upgrade.
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Sending love. Get well soon. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. Thinking of Birmingham.
sending good thoughts, Alyssa. It takes guts to ask. Well done. Blessings.