Independence for Maverick: cochlear implant processor upgrade

I live with a spinal cord injury. My occupational therapist at the Albany Rehabilitation Centre has assessed me and recommended a cochlear implant processor upgrade. The public scheme doesn't cover it, and the quote from the supplier is $7,850. My current equipment is 12 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined me to home for 12 weeks. With the right equipment I could attend work interviews. 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. Funds go toward the equipment, delivery, fitting and a year of servicing. Where the $7,850 goes: • cochlear implant processor upgrade: $7,250 • Fitting and training sessions: $190 • Delivery and set-up: $55 • First-year servicing plan: $355 Glad we found this place.