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Nicolás needs a specialist standing frame - help us make it happen
A specialist standing frame would give Nicolás independence - we're $2,200 away.
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I live with low vision from retinitis pigmentosa. My occupational therapist at the Palmira Mobility Clinic has assessed me and recommended a specialist standing frame. The public scheme doesn't cover it, and the quote from the supplier is $2,200.
My current equipment is 9 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined me to home for 3 weeks.
With the right equipment I could speak with the people around him. 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.
I'll pay the supplier directly from the funds, and I'll post a photo once the equipment is delivered.
Where the $2,200 goes:
• specialist standing frame: $2,050
• Fitting and training sessions: $75
• Delivery and set-up: $25
• First-year servicing plan: $50
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“Wishing you the best. Thought of Nicolás all day after reading this. - Anaheim”
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“Thought of Nicolás all day after reading this. - Kisumu”
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“Get well soon. Hope you get the rest soon. - Dresden”
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Hope this works out for you. After 27 years in customer support I know how hard it's to ask for anything.
Hang in there, Nicolás. Hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick. Don't give up. Blessings
Wishing you peace, Nicolás. Hope you get there. Put this on a community board in Istanbul this morning. All the best.
Thinking of you and your family, Nicolás. Shared it with a few friends. Put this on a community board in Gothenburg this morning. Greetings from Gothenburg.
It takes guts to ask. Well done. Please keep us posted. Thinking of Palmira
Thanks for sharing this, Nicolás. Wishing Nicolás a smooth procedure and a full recovery!
Hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick. I'll check back for the next update. Love from Vigo!