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Yuna needs a cochlear implant processor upgrade - help us make it happen
Yuna needs a cochlear implant processor upgrade that the health system won't fund; the cost is $5,250.
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I live with muscular dystrophy. My occupational therapist at the Tokyo Mobility Clinic has assessed me and recommended a cochlear implant processor upgrade. The public scheme doesn't cover it, and the quote from the supplier is $5,250.
My current equipment is 12 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined me to home for 5 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 $5,250 goes:
• Fitting and training sessions: $185
• Delivery and set-up: $70
• cochlear implant processor upgrade: $4,995
I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support.
- Yuna
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Wishing you the best, Yuna. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. We're a small family in Nashik but we're thinking of you. Love from Nashik.
is there anything that isn't money that would help Yuna?
Thank you. If you're in Tokyo I'll say if something practical comes up. For now sharing this is great. Good question.
Take care. Hope you get there. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money. Greetings from Saint Petersburg.
You're not alone, Yuna. Your post was clear and honest. God bless.
good luck, Yuna. I hope things turn around soon. Put this on a community board in Syracuse this morning. Blessings.
Keep going. Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest. I'll check back for the next update. Love from Gwangju.
I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. Blessings
Sending good thoughts. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. It's not much but it's yours.