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Independence for Márcio: braille note-taker

Help Márcio get a braille note-taker so He can go outside without waiting for someone to push.

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Rio de Janeiro

I live with a rare neuromuscular condition. My occupational therapist at Rio de Janeiro 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 $2,350. My current equipment is 14 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined me to home for 4 weeks. With the right equipment I could go outside without waiting for someone to push. 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 $2,350 goes: • braille note-taker: $2,200 • Fitting and training sessions: $40 • Delivery and set-up: $45 • First-year servicing plan: $65 If you're reading this, thank you.

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Updates from Márcio

Update from Rio de Janeiro: I met with the supplier and confirmed the amounts. We're at 4% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.
Quick update: $60 raised so far (3%). we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.
Wanted to say thank you properly. 1% funded and the first invoice got paid this week. - Márcio

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