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Atul needs a prosthetic leg - help us make it happen
Atul needs a prosthetic leg that the health system won't fund; the cost is $1,050.
🇮🇳 Maharashtra, India1,888 views
I live with a rare neuromuscular condition. My occupational therapist at the Thane Rehabilitation Centre has assessed me and recommended a prosthetic leg. The public scheme doesn't cover it, and the quote from the supplier is $1,050.
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 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.
Funds go toward the equipment, delivery, fitting and a year of servicing.
Where the $1,050 goes:
• First-year servicing plan: $60
• prosthetic leg: $940
• Fitting and training sessions: $50
I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support.
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Thanks for sharing this, Atul. I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side. Thinking of Thane
Wishing Atul a smooth procedure and a full recovery. I'll check back for the next update. All the best.
Rooting for you. Hope this works out for you. I'm in hospitality myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. Love from Los Angeles.