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Independence for Janet: pair of hearing aids
A pair of hearing aids would give Janet independence - we're $8,600 away.
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Janet lives with cerebral palsy. The occupational therapist at the Fresno 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 $8,600.
Her current equipment is 14 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined her to home for 8 weeks.
With the right equipment Janet could go outside without waiting for someone to push. 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.
I'll pay the supplier directly from the funds, and I'll post a photo once the equipment is delivered.
Where the $8,600 goes:
• pair of hearing aids: $8,000
• Fitting and training sessions: $160
• Delivery and set-up: $165
• First-year servicing plan: $275
Glad we found this place.
- Lydia
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What's already covered and what's the $8,600 for?
It's all in the list in the story. pair of hearing aids is the big one at $8,000, I'll post a receipt when it's paid. I'll keep the page updated.
Thinking of you, Lydia. It takes guts to ask. Well done. I hope November is when things finally get easier.
Wishing you the best, Lydia. Looking forward to the next update. Don't be hard on yourself for asking. Love from Rohini.
Sending strength, Lydia. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Greetings from Busan.
Wishing you the best, Lydia. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Please keep us posted. Take care
Hang in there, Lydia. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Take care.
Thinking of you. Shared it with a few friends. My husband and I read this together.
Stay strong, Lydia. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend.
Gave what I could, wish it was more. Don't be hard on yourself for asking. Love from San Diego.