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Mobility fund: braille note-taker for Rachel in Pretoria

Rachel needs a braille note-taker that the health system won't fund; the cost is $1,800.

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Busisiwe R. Abrahams
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Pretoria
Rachel lives with multiple sclerosis. The occupational therapist at the Pretoria 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 $1,800. Her current equipment is 12 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined her to home for 12 weeks. With the right equipment Rachel 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. I'll pay the supplier directly from the funds, and I'll post a photo once the equipment is delivered. Where the $1,800 goes: • Delivery and set-up: $40 • braille note-taker: $1,700 • First-year servicing plan: $60 You're what makes this possible, and I'll never forget it.

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  • Keep going, Busisiwe. Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest. Sent it to 16 people at work.

    • Naveen BishtAddress verified

      Praying for you. Shared this with my family. Thinking of Pretoria.

      • So sorry you're going through this, Busisiwe. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. I have a 5 year old who wants to send good wishes too.

        • Hope things get better soon. Your post was clear and honest. I hope November is when things finally get easier. Thinking of Pretoria.

          • thinking of you, Busisiwe. Hope you get there. Sent it to 29 people at work

            • Stay strong, Busisiwe. Get well soon.

              • Amparo AriasAddress verifiedPhoto verified

                Best of luck, Busisiwe. Your post was clear and honest. My neighbor in Comilla donated after I showed her your page. Greetings from Comilla.

                • Wishing you peace, Busisiwe. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. All the best

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