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Axel needs a cochlear implant processor upgrade - help us make it happen

Axel needs a cochlear implant processor upgrade that the health system won't fund; the cost is $8,750.

🇺🇸 New York, New York, United States951 views
Sophie Hayes
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New York
Axel lives with a spinal cord injury. The occupational therapist at the New York Mobility Clinic has assessed him and recommended a cochlear implant processor upgrade. The public scheme doesn't cover it, and the quote from the supplier is $8,750. His current equipment is 8 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined him to home for 8 weeks. With the right equipment Axel 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. I'll pay the supplier directly from the funds, and I'll post a photo once the equipment is delivered. Where the $8,750 goes: • Delivery and set-up: $135 • cochlear implant processor upgrade: $8,500 • Fitting and training sessions: $115 Thanks for reading all this.
#disability#accessibility#mobility

Updates from Sophie

  1. Small update. $266 so far, the first invoice got paid this week.

  2. Update from New York: I made the first payment toward fitting and training sessions. We're at 6% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.

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  • Anand B. Shetty

    sending love. Your post was clear and honest. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry. Blessings.

    • Vipul Kothari

      Wishing you the best. Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest. I hope December is when things finally get easier. God bless.

      • Greta Laura GuerraPhoto verified

        stay strong, Sophie. Your post was clear and honest. Put this on a community board in St. Petersburg this morning. All the best.

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