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Mobility fund: pair of hearing aids for Sônia in São Paulo

A pair of hearing aids would give Sônia independence - we're $1,700 away.

🇧🇷 São Paulo, Brazil2,647 views
Otávio Joaquim Lima
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São Paulo
Sônia lives with profound hearing loss. The occupational therapist at the São Paulo Rehabilitation Centre has assessed her and recommended a pair of hearing aids. The public scheme doesn't cover it, and the quote from the supplier is $1,700. Her current equipment is 15 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined her to home for 3 weeks. With the right equipment Sônia 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 $1,700 goes: • pair of hearing aids: $1,550 • Delivery and set-up: $35 • Fitting and training sessions: $115 Thank you so much.
#disability#accessibility#mobility

Updates from Otávio

  1. Thank you all. We're at 68% now ($1,148). I'm honestly stunned. I met with the supplier and confirmed the amounts.

  2. Thank you all. We're at 42% now ($718). I'm honestly stunned. I met with the supplier and confirmed the amounts.

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  • Abdullah Imad BenaliAddress verified

    You're not alone. Wishing Sônia a smooth procedure and a full recovery. I hope July is when things finally get easier. God bless

    • Scarlett ChapmanAddress verifiedPhoto verified

      Thinking of you. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Wish I lived closer to San Jose so I could bring a meal.

      • Sônia Luana Miranda

        good luck. I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side. My mother had a similar thing happen so this one hit home. Blessings.

        • Irfan Aditya Ramadhan

          Wishing you peace, Otávio. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Take care

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