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Independence for Brendan: specialist standing frame
A specialist standing frame would give Brendan independence - we're $6,050 away.
🇮🇪 Dublin, Leinster, Ireland1,949 views
Brendan lives with an amputation below the knee. The occupational therapist at the Dublin Rehabilitation Centre has assessed him and recommended a specialist standing frame. The public scheme doesn't cover it, and the quote from the supplier is $6,050.
His current equipment is 10 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined him to home for 5 weeks.
With the right equipment Brendan could get to the shops and visit friends. 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 $6,050 goes:
• Fitting and training sessions: $230
• Delivery and set-up: $55
• specialist standing frame: $5,765
Ask me anything below before you decide. I'd rather you were sure.
- Ronan
Updates from Ronan
We're at 15% thanks to 26 of you. we've started the first stage. More news soon.
Thank you all. We're at 11% now ($682). I'm honestly stunned. we've booked the dates and paid the deposit.
Small update. $233 so far, the plan for specialist standing frame is now scheduled.
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hang in there. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Blessings
is there anything that isn't money that would help Brendan?
Sharing the link is the biggest thing. And if you know anything about fitting and training sessions, advice is welcome too. Thanks for looking so closely.
Your post was clear and honest. Love from Lagos!
Hope things get better soon, Ronan. I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side. Greetings from Albany
Good luck. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. It's not much but it's yours. Greetings from Greensboro.
Thinking of you and your family, Ronan. Hope this works out for you.
Keep going. Looking forward to the next update. Wish I lived closer to Aswan so I could bring a meal. All the best