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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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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
Updates from Maureen
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.
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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You're not alone, Maureen. Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest.
Rooting for you, Maureen. Shared this with my family. The breakdown of costs made it easy to trust.
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.
Keep going. Your post was clear and honest. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend. All the best.