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Independence for Rocío: specialist standing frame
Rocío needs a specialist standing frame that the health system won't fund; the cost is $1,450.
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I live with profound hearing loss. My occupational therapist at the Zapopan Mobility Clinic has assessed me and recommended a specialist standing frame. The public scheme doesn't cover it, and the quote from the supplier is $1,450.
My current equipment is 12 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined me to home for 8 weeks.
With the right equipment I could speak with the people around her. 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 $1,450 goes:
• specialist standing frame: $1,250
• First-year servicing plan: $105
• Fitting and training sessions: $95
I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to.
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Is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Rocío.
Sure. The biggest one is specialist standing frame, $1,250. The rest is in the list at the bottom of the post and I'll upload receipts as I pay each one. Good question.
keep going. I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. All the best.
Hope this works out for you. I hope July is when things finally get easier.
Thinking of you, Rocío. Hope this works out for you. I hope July is when things finally get easier
Take care, Rocío. Hope the doctors have good news. I'm in accounting myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you.
stay strong. It takes guts to ask. Well done. Please keep us posted. All the best.