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Jessica needs a cochlear implant processor upgrade - help us make it happen
A cochlear implant processor upgrade would give Jessica independence - we're $1,600 away.
🇿🇦 South Africa1,099 views
I live with an amputation below the knee. My occupational therapist at the Johannesburg Mobility Clinic has assessed me and recommended a cochlear implant processor upgrade. The public scheme doesn't cover it, and the quote from the supplier is $1,600.
My current equipment is 13 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined me to home for 6 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 $1,600 goes:
• cochlear implant processor upgrade: $1,450
• Fitting and training sessions: $85
• Delivery and set-up: $30
• First-year servicing plan: $35
If you're reading this, thank you.
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Wishing you peace. Hope the doctors have good news. Put this on a community board in San Diego this morning. Love from San Diego.
Sending strength. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. All the best.
wishing you peace, Jessica. I hope things turn around soon. I'm in construction myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you
sending strength, Jessica. Hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick. Thinking of Johannesburg.
Keep going, Jessica. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. My neighbor in Sylhet donated after I showed her your page.