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Independence for Giang: cochlear implant processor upgrade

Help Giang get a cochlear implant processor upgrade so He can go outside without waiting for someone to push.

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Giang Hải Tong
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San Antonio
I live with cerebral palsy. My occupational therapist at the San Antonio Mobility Clinic has assessed me and recommended a cochlear implant processor upgrade. The public scheme doesn't cover it, and the quote from the supplier is $4,750. My current equipment is 10 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined me to home for 7 weeks. With the right equipment I could go outside without waiting for someone to push. 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 $4,750 goes: • cochlear implant processor upgrade: $3,900 • Fitting and training sessions: $430 • Delivery and set-up: $165 • First-year servicing plan: $255 Even a small gift gets used right away and I'll thank you myself.

Updates from Giang

  1. Thank you all. We're at 12% now ($553). I'm honestly stunned. the first invoice got paid this week.

  2. Quick update: $368 raised so far (8%). the first invoice got paid this week. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

  • Siva M. Ramachandran 🇮🇳 · $25

    “You got this. Only $25 but hope it helps. - Tiruchirappalli”

  • Karin Johanna Jäger 🇩🇪 · $50
  • Nitin L. More 🇮🇳 · $10
  • Caroline Apio Nakamya 🇰🇪 · $20

    “Be well. Thought of Giang all day after reading this.”

  • Anonymous 🇫🇷 · $25
  • Omolara Kemi Hassan 🇳🇬 · $20

    “Thought of Giang all day after reading this. - Badagry”

  • Addison S. Burton 🇺🇸 · $10
  • Gennaro Daniele D'Amico 🇮🇹 · $75
  • Sofía A. Solís 🇪🇸 · $24
  • Rosa Conti 🇮🇹 · $50

    “Hope things get better. Gave what I could this week. - Salerno”

  • Kirit D. Gaikwad 🇮🇳 · $25
  • Siyabonga C. Govender 🇿🇦 · $21.50

    “Best of luck. Thought of Giang all day after reading this. - Pretoria”

  • Jonathan E. Newman 🇺🇸 · $20
  • Eliane Maria Moreira 🇧🇷 · $50

    “Thought of Giang all day after reading this. - São Paulo”

  • Anonymous 🇦🇷 · $10
  • Rocío R. Torres 🇺🇸 · $10
  • Athanasios Vangelis Karagiannis 🇬🇷 · $10

    “All the best. Gave what I could this week. - Thessaloniki”

  • Quỳnh My Ta 🇻🇳 · $20
  • Irene J. Acosta 🇺🇸 · $25
  • Antonio P. Cordero 🇨🇴 · $25

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2.5(6 reviews)

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  • Aline Edilene Santana🇧🇷Verified donor
    Genuine person with a big heart

    This helper is honest and transparent about what they can do. They didn't overpromise, but they did deliver excellent results. I would definitely trust them again.

  • Leila Dina Ibrahim🇪🇬Verified donor
    Really cared about my situation

    I was struggling and didn't know where to turn. This person stepped in without hesitation and provided exactly what I needed. Their compassion and expertise made all the difference in my life.

  • Kalyani W. Gandhi🇮🇳Verified helper
    Truly grateful for the support

    This is the kind of person who restores your faith in humanity. They didn't just offer help; they genuinely cared about my wellbeing and followed through on every commitment.

  • Hamisi Musyoka Nakamya🇺🇬Verified donor
    Restored my faith in humanity

    I was nervous about reaching out, but this person made me feel comfortable and supported from the very first interaction. Their help was invaluable.

  • Prakash F. Raman🇮🇳Verified donor
    Reliable and compassionate

    The difference this person made in my life cannot be overstated. They were patient, kind, and persistent in helping me find solutions. Truly exceptional.

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    Outstanding person

    This is what community support looks like. They didn't just offer generic advice; they provided personalized help tailored to my specific situation.

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  • hope you get there. Greetings from Móstoles.

    • Hope it all works out, Giang. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Blessings.

      • everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. I hope October is when things finally get easier. Thinking of San Antonio.

        • So sorry you're going through this. This could happen to any of us. Love from Mandeville.

          • Eiji FujiwaraID verified

            Keep going, Giang. Get well soon. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money. Love from Gaya.

            • Rooting for you. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Thinking of San Antonio.

              • So sorry you're going through this. I hope things turn around soon. I went through something like this 10 years ago and strangers helped me out. Blessings.

                • So sorry you're going through this. Gave what I could, wish it was more. My father had a similar thing happen so this one hit home.

                  • Thinking of you. Looking forward to the next update. Sent it to 4 people at work. Thinking of San Antonio

                    • best of luck, Giang. Get well soon. The breakdown of costs made it easy to trust.

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