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Independence for Beth: communication tablet with eye tracking

Help Beth get a communication tablet with eye tracking so She can speak with the people around her.

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Russell Shaw
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Albany
Beth lives with an amputation below the knee. The occupational therapist at Albany General Hospital has assessed her and recommended a communication tablet with eye tracking. The public scheme doesn't cover it, and the quote from the supplier is $9,300. Her current equipment is 14 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined her to home for 7 weeks. With the right equipment Beth could speak with the people around her. 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. Funds go toward the equipment, delivery, fitting and a year of servicing. Where the $9,300 goes: • communication tablet with eye tracking: $8,750 • Fitting and training sessions: $160 • Delivery and set-up: $165 • First-year servicing plan: $225 If you can't give, please share this page. It does reach people. - Russell
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  • Vusi AdamsPhoto verified

    Thinking of you, Russell. This could happen to any of us

    • Annabelle H. Gomez

      sending good thoughts, Russell. This could happen to any of us. Blessings

      • Angela S. Cortez

        Hang in there. I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side. Thinking of Albany.

        • James J. MendezQuestionPhoto verified

          Is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Beth.

          • Russell ShawOwnerAnswer

            Sure. The biggest one is communication tablet with eye tracking, $8,750. The rest is in the list at the bottom of the post and I'll upload receipts as I pay each one. Happy to explain more.

        • Xin Lu

          Stay strong, Russell. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Blessings

          • Nabil Hamza Tawfik

            thanks for sharing this, Russell. Hope you get there. It's not much but it's yours.

            • Alberto Pellegrini

              So sorry you're going through this, Russell. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Please keep us posted.

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