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Independence for Hannah: braille note-taker
Hannah needs a braille note-taker that the health system won't fund; the cost is $7,650.
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I live with a spinal cord injury. My occupational therapist at Laredo General Hospital has assessed me and recommended a braille note-taker. The public scheme doesn't cover it, and the quote from the supplier is $7,650.
My current equipment is 13 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined me to home for 8 weeks.
With the right equipment I could speak with the people around her. 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 $7,650 goes:
• braille note-taker: $7,000
• Fitting and training sessions: $370
• Delivery and set-up: $95
• First-year servicing plan: $185
If you're reading this, thank you.
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Keep going. Hope you get there. My neighbor in Kraków donated after I showed her your page. Take care!
Good luck. Wishing Hannah a smooth procedure and a full recovery. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double.
You're not alone, Hannah. Your post was clear and honest. My colleague had a similar thing happen so this one hit home. All the best.