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Mobility fund: specialist standing frame for Giang in Pittsburgh
Giang needs a specialist standing frame that the health system won't fund; the cost is $4,550.
🇺🇸 Pennsylvania, United States1,045 views
I live with low vision from retinitis pigmentosa. My occupational therapist at Pittsburgh General Hospital has assessed me and recommended a specialist standing frame. The public scheme doesn't cover it, and the quote from the supplier is $4,550.
My current equipment is 12 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined me to home for 12 weeks.
With the right equipment I could get to the shops and visit friends. It would change my everyday life and my ability to work from home.
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 $4,550 goes:
• Fitting and training sessions: $440
• specialist standing frame: $3,950
• Delivery and set-up: $160
With deep gratitude,
Giang
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Take care. Wishing Giang a smooth procedure and a full recovery. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. Take care.