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Independence for Vaibhav: pair of hearing aids
Vaibhav needs a pair of hearing aids that the health system won't fund; the cost is $450.
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Vaibhav lives with profound hearing loss. The occupational therapist at the Pune Mobility Clinic has assessed him and recommended a pair of hearing aids. The public scheme doesn't cover it, and the quote from the supplier is $450.
His current equipment is 13 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined him to home for 3 weeks.
With the right equipment Vaibhav 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 $450 goes:
• pair of hearing aids: $330
• Fitting and training sessions: $50
• Delivery and set-up: $35
• First-year servicing plan: $35
Every share and every dollar helps.
- Riddhi
Updates from Riddhi
Update from Pune: I made the first payment toward delivery and set-up. We're at 8% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us. - Riddhi
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Gave what I could, wish it was more. I have a 13 year old who wants to send good wishes too. Blessings.
Wishing you peace, Riddhi. I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side. God bless.
Good luck, Riddhi. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Please keep us posted!
Take care. Wishing Vaibhav a smooth procedure and a full recovery. My brother had a similar thing happen so this one hit home. God bless.
praying for you. Get well soon. Greetings from Veracruz.