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Independence for Douglas: cochlear implant processor upgrade

Douglas needs a cochlear implant processor upgrade that the health system will not fund; the cost is $7,650.

🇺🇸 Los Angeles, California, United States4,549 views
Jameson F. Stokes
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Douglas lives with low vision from retinitis pigmentosa. The occupational therapist at Los Angeles General Hospital has assessed him and recommended a cochlear implant processor upgrade. The public scheme doesn't cover it, and the quote from the supplier is $7,650. His current equipment is 14 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined him to home for 7 weeks. With the right equipment Douglas could attend work interviews. 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 $7,650 goes: • cochlear implant processor upgrade: $6,750 • Fitting and training sessions: $430 • Delivery and set-up: $170 • First-year servicing plan: $300 Glad we found this place. - Jameson
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  • Renata JiménezQuestion

    how is Douglas doing now?

    • Dorin Tudor Stan

      Take care, Jameson. Wishing Douglas a smooth procedure and a full recovery. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry.

      • Winda Sutanto

        So sorry you're going through this, Jameson. It takes guts to ask. Well done. All the best.

        • Raju SharmaQuestion

          is there anything that isn't money that would help Douglas?

          • Anastasia Honcharenko

            Good luck, Jameson. This could happen to any of us. Greetings from Kampala.

            • Michelle C. Rice

              Hope it all works out, Jameson. Looking forward to the next update. God bless.

              • Carter K. WhiteVerified organization

                Stay strong, Jameson. Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest. My husband and I read this together.

                • Justine Louise Thomas

                  Praying for you. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Put this on a community board in Cox's Bazar this morning. Take care.

                  • Amol N. GandhiAddress verifiedPhoto verified

                    Praying for you, Jameson. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. Blessings

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