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Independence for Hala: pair of hearing aids
Hala needs a pair of hearing aids that the health system won't fund; the cost is $3,650.
🇮🇹 Palermo, Sicily, Italy859 views
Hala lives with multiple sclerosis. The occupational therapist at the Palermo Rehabilitation Centre has assessed her and recommended a pair of hearing aids. The public scheme doesn't cover it, and the quote from the supplier is $3,650.
Her current equipment is 10 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined her to home for 6 weeks.
With the right equipment Hala 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.
Funds go toward the equipment, delivery, fitting and a year of servicing.
Where the $3,650 goes:
• Delivery and set-up: $80
• pair of hearing aids: $3,400
• First-year servicing plan: $170
Every share and every dollar helps.
- Wafa
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Is there anything that isn't money that would help Hala?
Sharing the link is the biggest thing. And if you know anything about delivery and set-up, advice is welcome too.
Thinking of you, Wafa. Your post was clear and honest. After 24 years in engineering I know how hard it's to ask for anything. Take care.
wishing you peace, Wafa. It takes guts to ask. Well done. Don't give up.
hope it all works out, Wafa. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. All the best
sending love, Wafa. I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side. Take care