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Mobility fund: braille note-taker for Lauren in Yonkers
Lauren needs a braille note-taker that the health system will not fund; the cost is $9,400.
🇺🇸 Yonkers, New York, United States3,061 views
Lauren lives with low vision from retinitis pigmentosa. The occupational therapist at the Yonkers Mobility Clinic has assessed her and recommended a braille note-taker. The public scheme doesn't cover it, and the quote from the supplier is $9,400.
Her current equipment is 13 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined her to home for 3 weeks.
With the right equipment Lauren 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.
Funds go toward the equipment, delivery, fitting and a year of servicing.
Where the $9,400 goes:
• braille note-taker: $8,750
• Fitting and training sessions: $145
• Delivery and set-up: $105
• First-year servicing plan: $400
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Updates from Audrey
Small update. $1,314 so far, we've booked the dates and paid the deposit.
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Rooting for you, Audrey. Get well soon. Blessings.
Any update on how things are going in Yonkers?
your post was clear and honest. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. Take care.
thinking of you and your family, Audrey. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. All the best.
You're not alone. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Sent it to 35 people at work.
Sending love, Audrey. I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side.