My daughter Celeste is only 4 years old, but she has already faced more challenges than most people do in a lifetime. She has undergone eight surgeries on her ears due to MRSA, and despite all the efforts, we recently learned that she is significantly deaf in both ears. The hearing loss in one ear is most likely permanent because of nerve damage. Unfortunately, her insurance will not cover the hearing aid she desperately needs—a cochlear Baha bone stimulator. It cost 5970.00 without insurance.

Celeste cannot use traditional hearing aids that go in the ear because she still has spells of infections and draining from her ears. This makes the cochlear Baha bone stimulator her only real option. This device is not just a piece of technology; it is Celeste’s chance to learn to speak correctly and to participate fully in her pre-K classroom. We want her to have the same opportunities as her classmates, to learn and grow without being held back by something beyond her control. The thought of her falling behind simply because we cannot afford the right hearing aid is heartbreaking.

We are reaching out to our community for help. Giving Celeste the gift of hearing would make a lifetime impact on her, opening doors to learning, friendships, and a brighter future. Any support you can offer, whether through a donation or by sharing our story, would mean the world to us. We would be forever grateful for your kindness and generosity.