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Independence for Okta: cochlear implant processor upgrade
Okta needs a cochlear implant processor upgrade that the health system won't fund; the cost is $1,050.
🇮🇩 Semarang, Central Java, Indonesia1,375 views
Okta lives with profound hearing loss. The occupational therapist at the Semarang Rehabilitation Centre has assessed her and recommended a cochlear implant processor upgrade. The public scheme doesn't cover it, and the quote from the supplier is $1,050.
Her current equipment is 11 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined her to home for 5 weeks.
With the right equipment Okta could go outside without waiting for someone to push. 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.
I'll pay the supplier directly from the funds, and I'll post a photo once the equipment is delivered.
Where the $1,050 goes:
• cochlear implant processor upgrade: $950
• Fitting and training sessions: $25
• Delivery and set-up: $15
• First-year servicing plan: $60
I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to.
- Reza
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Good luck, Reza. This could happen to any of us.
You're not alone, Reza. I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side. Please keep us posted. Love from Pittsburgh
Wishing you the best. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Thinking of Semarang.
sending strength. Your post was clear and honest. Greetings from Paarl
Thinking of you and your family. Shared it with a few friends. Wish I lived closer to Newcastle so I could bring a meal. Blessings.
Best of luck, Reza. I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side. The breakdown of costs made it easy to trust. All the best.
so sorry you're going through this. Looking forward to the next update. I have a 14 year old who wants to send good wishes too. Blessings.
Thinking of you, Reza. Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest. Read this on the bus and kept thinking about it all day!