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Mobility fund: pair of hearing aids for Tomoya in Osaka
Tomoya needs a pair of hearing aids that the health system won't fund; the cost is $7,300.
🇯🇵 Osaka, Osaka, Japan1,438 views
Tomoya lives with an amputation below the knee. The occupational therapist at Osaka General Hospital has assessed him and recommended a pair of hearing aids. The public scheme doesn't cover it, and the quote from the supplier is $7,300.
His current equipment is 13 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined him to home for 7 weeks.
With the right equipment Tomoya 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 $7,300 goes:
• pair of hearing aids: $7,000
• First-year servicing plan: $170
• Delivery and set-up: $130
You're what makes this possible, and I'll never forget it.
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a colleague of mine might know someone for this in Osaka. I'll ask around and let you know.
thinking of you, Jiro. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Put this on a community board in Bakersfield this morning.
Hang in there. Wishing Tomoya a smooth procedure and a full recovery. Please keep us posted
Sending love, Jiro. Get well soon.