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Independence for Wayne: communication tablet with eye tracking
Wayne needs a communication tablet with eye tracking that the health system won't fund; the cost is $4,200.
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I live with a rare neuromuscular condition. My occupational therapist at Fayetteville General Hospital has assessed me and recommended a communication tablet with eye tracking. The public scheme doesn't cover it, and the quote from the supplier is $4,200.
My current equipment is 11 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined me to home for 8 weeks.
With the right equipment I could join the school sports day. 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 $4,200 goes:
• Fitting and training sessions: $250
• communication tablet with eye tracking: $3,800
• First-year servicing plan: $150
Ask me anything below before you decide. I'd rather you were sure.
- Wayne
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Sending strength, Wayne. It takes guts to ask. Well done. My cousin had a similar thing happen so this one hit home. Take care.
Thinking of you, Wayne. Hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick. I'm in logistics myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. Blessings.
good luck, Wayne. I hope things turn around soon. After 15 years in social work I know how hard it's to ask for anything. Take care.
Thinking of you and your family, Wayne. This could happen to any of us. Read this on the bus and kept thinking about it all day
sending good thoughts. Gave what I could, wish it was more. My husband and I read this together. Blessings.
Your post was clear and honest. My neighbor in Wellington donated after I showed her your page.
Hope the doctors have good news. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. Greetings from Amsterdam.
Hope it all works out, Wayne. Hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double.