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Mobility fund: braille note-taker for Leonardo in Gold Coast

Leonardo needs a braille note-taker that the health system won't fund; the cost is $8,300.

🇦🇺 Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia2,521 views
Rowan B. Thompson
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Gold Coast
Leonardo lives with low vision from retinitis pigmentosa. The occupational therapist at Gold Coast General Hospital has assessed him and recommended a braille note-taker. The public scheme doesn't cover it, and the quote from the supplier is $8,300. His current equipment is 8 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined him to home for 7 weeks. With the right equipment Leonardo 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 $8,300 goes: • Fitting and training sessions: $150 • braille note-taker: $8,000 • Delivery and set-up: $150 Glad we found this place. - Rowan

Updates from Rowan

  1. Thank you all. We're at 24% now ($2,006). I'm honestly stunned. the first invoice got paid this week.

  2. Quick update: $1,741 raised so far (21%). I met with the supplier and confirmed the amounts. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

  3. Quick update: $886 raised so far (11%). I made the first payment toward delivery and set-up. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

  • Rocío Bravo 🇺🇸 · $5

    “Thought of Leonardo all day after reading this. - Bellevue”

  • Iván H. Vargas 🇺🇸 · $250
  • Rajesh J. Panicker 🇮🇳 · $50

    “From my family to yours. Hope the December deadline works out. - Nashik”

  • Citra Yanti Cahyono 🇮🇩 · $50
  • Aisha R. Fourie 🇿🇦 · $42
  • Perla Perez 🇵🇭 · $100
  • Bayu Vino Surya 🇮🇩 · $50

    “Rooting for you. Hope the December deadline works out. - Depok”

  • Vijay L. Sharma 🇮🇳 · $10
  • Anonymous 🇺🇸 · $25
  • Anonymous 🇳🇱 · $10
  • Wayne T. Mason 🇬🇧 · $25
  • Anonymous 🇹🇷 · $25

    “Blessings. Hope the December deadline works out. - İzmir”

  • Wellington Manoel Costa 🇧🇷 · $63
  • Jose P. Watts 🇬🇧 · $20

    “Hope the December deadline works out. - Dundee”

  • Zulkifli Wawan Wibowo 🇮🇩 · $25

    “Wish I could do more. My mother told me about this one. - Malang”

  • Riley Chambers 🇦🇺 · $75
  • Anonymous 🇯🇲 · $10
  • Bella Bowman 🇺🇸 · $10
  • Pilar C. Ruiz 🇲🇽 · $20
  • Kipchoge Juma Lyimo 🇰🇪 · $50

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  • Weerasak Ekkachai Kaewkla🇹🇭Verified donor
    Reliable and compassionate

    The difference this person made in my life cannot be overstated. They were patient, kind, and persistent in helping me find solutions. Truly exceptional.

  • Revathi M. Varma🇮🇳Verified donor
    Practical and effective help

    Couldn't have asked for better support. They listened carefully, understood my situation deeply, and provided thoughtful advice that actually worked. Thank you so much.

  • Jacques Sébastien Remy🇫🇷Verified donor
    Exceptional service

    The help I received was exactly what was described and more. This person follows through on their commitments and genuinely cares about making a positive impact.

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    Restored my faith in humanity

    I was nervous about reaching out, but this person made me feel comfortable and supported from the very first interaction. Their help was invaluable.

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    Very responsive and caring

    I was struggling and didn't know where to turn. This person stepped in without hesitation and provided exactly what I needed. Their compassion and expertise made all the difference in my life.

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    Quick response, great follow-up

    I was struggling and didn't know where to turn. This person stepped in without hesitation and provided exactly what I needed. Their compassion and expertise made all the difference in my life.

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    Made a real difference

    I was going through a tough time and this person's support was invaluable. They didn't judge, just helped. That kind of genuine compassion is rare these days.

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  • Best of luck. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. The breakdown of costs made it easy to trust. Love from Ciudad de México.

    • hope it all works out. Wishing Leonardo a smooth procedure and a full recovery

      • Wishing you peace. Wishing Leonardo a smooth procedure and a full recovery. The breakdown of costs made it easy to trust

        • Rooting for you, Rowan. Hope the doctors have good news. God bless.

          • Adewale Rotimi GbadamosiAddress verified

            thinking of you, Rowan. Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest. My husband and I read this together

            • Thinking of you, Rowan. Looking forward to the next update. Don't be hard on yourself for asking. Love from Savannah.

              • Hang in there, Rowan. Shared it with a few friends. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. Take care.

                • your post was clear and honest. Sent it to 38 people at work. Greetings from Peoria.

                  • you're not alone, Rowan. Wishing Leonardo a smooth procedure and a full recovery. Put this on a community board in Jimma this morning. Take care.

                    • wishing you the best. I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side. Love from Houston.

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