Independence for Cláudia: cochlear implant processor upgrade

I live with low vision from retinitis pigmentosa. My occupational therapist at Duque de Caxias General Hospital has assessed me and recommended a cochlear implant processor upgrade. The public scheme doesn't cover it, and the quote from the supplier is $150. My current equipment is 13 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined me to home for 3 weeks. With the right equipment I could go to school independently. 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 $150 goes: • First-year servicing plan: $70 • Fitting and training sessions: $50 • Delivery and set-up: $30 Thank you for reading my story. - Cláudia