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Mobility fund: adapted tricycle for Melanie in Halifax
An adapted tricycle would give Melanie independence - we're $7,500 away.
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Melanie lives with profound hearing loss. The occupational therapist at Halifax General Hospital has assessed her and recommended an adapted tricycle. The public scheme doesn't cover it, and the quote from the supplier is $7,500.
Her current equipment is 12 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined her to home for 8 weeks.
With the right equipment Melanie could join the school sports day. 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 $7,500 goes:
• adapted tricycle: $7,000
• First-year servicing plan: $320
• Fitting and training sessions: $180
I hope life is good to you.
- David
Updates from David
Thank you all. We're at 25% now ($1,905). I'm honestly stunned. I made the first payment toward adapted tricycle.
Good news. Because of your gifts ($1,905 in total) I made the first payment toward fitting and training sessions. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.
Quick update: $886 raised so far (12%). I met with the supplier and confirmed the amounts. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.
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Good luck. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. My brother had a similar thing happen so this one hit home. All the best
Thinking of you and your family, David. Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest. I'll check back for the next update. Greetings from Multan
A colleague of mine might know someone for this in Nova Scotia. I'll ask around and let you know
Stay strong. Shared it with a few friends. We're a small family in Ciudad de México but we're thinking of you
I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Sent it to 34 people at work. Love from Quezon City.
Keep going. Wishing Melanie a smooth procedure and a full recovery. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry.
Sending love, David. Shared it with a few friends. All the best.
Hang in there, David. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did.
So sorry you're going through this, David. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Wish I lived closer to Makassar so I could bring a meal. Blessings.
You're not alone, David. Hope the doctors have good news. Love from Corpus Christi.
Sending strength, David. Shared this with my family. Take care
get well soon. Sent it to 15 people at work.