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Independence for Joyce: specialist standing frame
Joyce needs a specialist standing frame that the health system won't fund; the cost is $800.
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I live with a rare neuromuscular condition. My occupational therapist at the Mwanza Rehabilitation Centre has assessed me and recommended a specialist standing frame. The public scheme doesn't cover it, and the quote from the supplier is $800.
My current equipment is 15 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined me to home for 3 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 $800 goes:
• First-year servicing plan: $35
• specialist standing frame: $720
• Fitting and training sessions: $45
Thanks for being kind about this.
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Sending strength, Joyce. Shared this with my family. Love from Nairobi
You're not alone, Joyce. This could happen to any of us. Love from Hamilton
Shared this with my family. Love from Kyiv.
So sorry you're going through this, Joyce. This could happen to any of us. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money!
You're not alone, Joyce. I hope things turn around soon. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend. Love from Ogbomosho.
Thinking of you, Joyce. Hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick