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Independence for Abubakar: communication tablet with eye tracking
A communication tablet with eye tracking would give Abubakar independence - we're $450 away.
🇳🇬 Kano, Nigeria1,589 views
I live with low vision from retinitis pigmentosa. My occupational therapist at Kano General Hospital has assessed me and recommended a communication tablet with eye tracking. The public scheme doesn't cover it, and the quote from the supplier is $450.
My current equipment is 13 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined me to home for 10 weeks.
With the right equipment I could join the school sports day. 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 $450 goes:
• communication tablet with eye tracking: $360
• Fitting and training sessions: $30
• Delivery and set-up: $30
• First-year servicing plan: $30
Thank you for reading my story.
Updates from Abubakar
Quick update: $165 raised so far (37%). I met with the supplier and confirmed the amounts. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.
Good news. Because of your gifts ($150 in total) the plan for communication tablet with eye tracking is now scheduled. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.
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Wishing you peace, Abubakar. Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest.