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Independence for Ryan: prosthetic leg
Ryan needs a prosthetic leg that the health system won't fund; the cost is $400.
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Ryan lives with an amputation below the knee. The occupational therapist at Iloilo City General Hospital has assessed him and recommended a prosthetic leg. The public scheme doesn't cover it, and the quote from the supplier is $400.
His current equipment is 13 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined him to home for 3 weeks.
With the right equipment Ryan 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.
I'll pay the supplier directly from the funds, and I'll post a photo once the equipment is delivered.
Where the $400 goes:
• prosthetic leg: $340
• First-year servicing plan: $35
• Delivery and set-up: $25
I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support.
Updates from Mark
Good news. Because of your gifts ($101 in total) the plan for first-year servicing plan is now scheduled. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.
Good news. Because of your gifts ($139 in total) the first invoice got paid this week. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.
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Thanks for sharing this, Mark. I hope things turn around soon. Don't give up. All the best.
Hang in there, Mark. It takes guts to ask. Well done. All the best.
I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side. Wish I lived closer to Surabaya so I could bring a meal. Greetings from Sheffield
sending strength. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Wish I lived closer to La Plata so I could bring a meal. Take care
Take care, Mark. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier.