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Independence for Teun: braille note-taker

Teun needs a braille note-taker that the health system won't fund; the cost is $2,650.

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Teun Tim Van der Linden
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Haarlem
I live with a rare neuromuscular condition. My occupational therapist at the Haarlem Rehabilitation Centre has assessed me and recommended a braille note-taker. The public scheme doesn't cover it, and the quote from the supplier is $2,650. My current equipment is 15 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined me to home for 12 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 $2,650 goes: • braille note-taker: $2,200 • Fitting and training sessions: $110 • Delivery and set-up: $75 • First-year servicing plan: $265 I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to.
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  • Việt Kiên TrinhQuestion

    is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Teun.

    • Teun Tim Van der LindenOwnerAnswer

      The list at the bottom is the whole picture. braille note-taker is the biggest at $2,200.

  • Ayaan D. Sharma

    Hang in there, Teun. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Put this on a community board in Córdoba this morning. Take care.

    • Ika Lia Siahaan

      Praying for you. I hope things turn around soon. Please keep us posted. All the best

      • Praveen W. Prabhu

        You're not alone. Hope this works out for you. Love from Nashik

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          Get well soon. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. Greetings from Dehiwala

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            Stay strong. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double

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