Please help prevent aggravation of my condition. I’m already bed bound, dealing with constantly increasing hearing loss, and struggle to keep my eyes open
There was a recent URL change for privacy. I’ve mentioned before that I’m completely bed bound. Another aspect of my disability is that I have very limited strength in my arms and I can’t move it without feeling very serious tearing in my arms, back and spine. I’m concerned for my wellbeing and the consequence of further damage is simply unthinkable. It would put me at greater risk of cruel treatment from other people, and I don’t want to be eventually placed in an institution for lack of other solutions.
In my daily life, I’m completely alone and confined to a bed in a less than 8sqm room. I have no ability to engage in face-to-face human contact except 2 hours about every 2 days for home care.
I need a computer to complete paperwork to apply for government services so that I can stop relying on online fundraising for my needs, to organise my medical records, and to stay in contact with the people who are supporting me. My 4 year old PC broke down completely recently and I’m struggling with using a mobile device as I find it really hard to repeatedly lift my arm to use the touchscreen. I don’t know how I can impress on people the exact nature of my disability and have it taken seriously, but I really just can’t move my arm without tearing it and tearing up my brachial plexus and spine as well. It’s impossible to connect a mouse to an iOS device, there is no jailbreak available for iOS 9.3.2, so I can’t resolve this without purchasing a new computer. I also desperately need my files on the old computer recovered, just like anyone else with a computer would.
Currently, aggravations to my physical condition are nearly impossible to completely recover from. They turn into a permanent increase in weakness, hearing loss, etc. I’m already bedbound, so I really need to do everything possible to minimise aggravations. Having a functioning computer would really help this.
The data recovery is estimated at about $316 and I’m aiming for a cheap but stable PC. Together I’m hoping to raise approx. $700 by Sunday 26th June (evening of Sat. 25th Jun. in the US) so that I can go on to raise the $490 rent due on Monday. If there are more donations than I require for the computer, they will be used for other essential expenses such as home care.
There is evidence of my condition + circumstances at http://fundraiser-evidence.tumblr.com Please consider donating something, small amounts add up and will help a lot, $5 or a dollar would be appreciated. Thank you all so much.
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– PayPal transfer to romana2252 at gmail dot com if PayPal.me is unavailable.I’ve received $20 so far, thank you! I’ve only got two days left and a long way to go! I know “replacement computer” and “data recovery” don’t sound like essentials but please understand that I live a VERY different life to able bodied people and even most disabled people. Having access to technology that is appropriate for my disability is one of THE most VITAL aspects of my life, so please please help me.