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Bram needs a braille note-taker - help us make it happen

A braille note-taker would give Bram independence - we're $5,900 away.

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Bram Van der Veen
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Nijmegen
I live with low vision from retinitis pigmentosa. My occupational therapist at the Nijmegen Rehabilitation Centre has assessed me and recommended a braille note-taker. The public scheme doesn't cover it, and the quote from the supplier is $5,900. My current equipment is 14 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined me to home for 10 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 $5,900 goes: โ€ข braille note-taker: $5,500 โ€ข Fitting and training sessions: $155 โ€ข First-year servicing plan: $245 Please ask me anything in the questions section. I'll answer honestly and quickly.
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  • Marcus ButlerPhoto verified

    You're not alone, Bram. I hope things turn around soon. I'll check back for the next update.

    • Swapnil B. Jain

      Praying for you. Your post was clear and honest. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry. Love from Tarragona.

      • Janet Lawson

        Sending good thoughts, Bram. Hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick. I went through something like this 3 years ago and strangers helped me out

        • Gonzalo R. Tapia

          Sending good thoughts, Bram. Your post was clear and honest. Take care

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