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Independence for Mairead: specialist standing frame

Mairead needs a specialist standing frame that the health system won't fund; the cost is $4,800.

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Maureen F. Brady
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Kilkenny
Mairead lives with multiple sclerosis. The occupational therapist at the Kilkenny Mobility Clinic has assessed her and recommended a specialist standing frame. The public scheme doesn't cover it, and the quote from the supplier is $4,800. Her current equipment is 13 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined her to home for 6 weeks. With the right equipment Mairead could join the school sports day. 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 $4,800 goes: • specialist standing frame: $4,400 • Fitting and training sessions: $320 • Delivery and set-up: $80 You're what makes this possible, and I'll never forget it. - Maureen
#disability#accessibility#mobility

Updates from Maureen

  1. Quick update: $848 raised so far (18%). the plan for fitting and training sessions is now scheduled. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

  2. Quick update: $690 raised so far (14%). I made the first payment toward fitting and training sessions. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

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  • Monica Sofia Bruno

    You're not alone, Maureen. Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest.

    • Elise Royer

      Rooting for you, Maureen. Shared this with my family. The breakdown of costs made it easy to trust.

      • Evelyn BellPhoto verified

        hope things get better soon. Hope you get there. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money. God bless.

        • Anoma Udari Tennakoon

          Keep going. Your post was clear and honest. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend. All the best.

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