I generally do not talk about my personal struggles unless relevant. Recently though things have changed. Due to health issues, I have had to ask for help in securing adaptive technologies and assistance aids (things my insurance nor finances would allow for). As some know I have had a third stroke and the hemiparesis is much worse this time. I am not bouncing back like the past. I am OK considering, but I am struggling physically. Pretty much my right leg and arm are not functioning properly.
TBH I wasnt not expecting much of a response due to so, so many being in similar or worse situations. It has only been a few days and already funding has come in. All I can say is thank you.
For transparency sake this is what I will be purchasing if my goal is met (I dont really know how much I will need total). I am also exploring other suggestions as they come in for extra help in maintaining my independence. Stuff I havent thought of to help
- Dragon talk to text (secured funding)
- Ergonomic keyboard (secured funding)
- Ergonomic Mouse
- Headset with mic (secured funding) - a want (although now a need thanks to fat bastard) for continued YT content and podcasting. Also necessary for use of talk to text.
- Wheeled Walker (in process)
- Wide grip utensils for cooking and eating.
- Sock putter on thingy (not completely necessary but would be helpful)
- Grabber (Im short and can no longer climb)
- Wrist stabilizers( may or may not be necessary - taking a wait and see approach)
- Magnifier eyeballs
- Small Toaster Oven (not an immediate need but it makes cooking easier and less likely to burn food as can set a timer to prevent over-cooking or burning food)
- Small Microwave (Also not an immediate need, actually still debating IF I need one.
If you donate and would like a receipt of what I purchase I will gladly send such!!
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