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Madeline needs a braille note-taker - help us make it happen
A braille note-taker would give Madeline independence - we're $3,750 away.
🇺🇸 Los Angeles, California, United States2,522 views
Madeline lives with low vision from retinitis pigmentosa. The occupational therapist at the Los Angeles Rehabilitation Centre has assessed her and recommended a braille note-taker. The public scheme doesn't cover it, and the quote from the supplier is $3,750.
Her current equipment is 10 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined her to home for 10 weeks.
With the right equipment Madeline could go to school independently. 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.
Funds go toward the equipment, delivery, fitting and a year of servicing.
Where the $3,750 goes:
• Fitting and training sessions: $380
• First-year servicing plan: $250
• braille note-taker: $3,120
Please ask me anything in the questions section. I'll answer honestly and quickly.
Updates from Christopher
Good news. Because of your gifts ($1,927 in total) we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.
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“Stay strong. Thought of Madeline all day after reading this. - Prayagraj”
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“Thought of Madeline all day after reading this. - Sydney”
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“Rooting for you. Thought of Madeline all day after reading this. - Nairobi”
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“You got this. Thought of Madeline all day after reading this. - Port Harcourt”
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You're not alone, Christopher. Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest. Thinking of Los Angeles.
Rooting for you, Christopher. Wishing Madeline a smooth procedure and a full recovery. All the best.
Wishing you the best. Get well soon. I'll check back for the next update.
take care. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. All the best
get well soon. I hope December is when things finally get easier
Hope the doctors have good news. Sent it to 35 people at work. God bless.