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Shawn needs a prosthetic leg - help us make it happen

A prosthetic leg would give Shawn independence - we are $8,500 away.

🇦🇺 Ballarat, Victoria, Australia945 views

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I live with multiple sclerosis. My occupational therapist at the Ballarat Rehabilitation Centre has assessed me and recommended a prosthetic leg. The public scheme doesn't cover it, and the quote from the supplier is $8,500. My current equipment is 10 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined me to home for 10 weeks. With the right equipment I could go outside without waiting for someone to push. 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 $8,500 goes: • prosthetic leg: $8,000 • Delivery and set-up: $200 • Fitting and training sessions: $300 I hope life is good to you. - Shawn

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Updates from Shawn

We're at 5% thanks to 8 of you. the plan for fitting and training sessions is now scheduled. More news soon.
Thank you all. We're at 4% now ($339). I'm honestly stunned. the plan for delivery and set-up is now scheduled.
Quick update: $240 raised so far (3%). I met with the supplier and confirmed the amounts. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

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