Suggestion for Deaf/Hard of Hearing Students

[KimHill]

I am a counselor at a middle school and have been trying to help a student who is deaf (has cochlear implants) figure out a way to increase independence, including being able to wake himself up in the morning.  Vibrating alarm clocks and the cell phone vibration do not do it for him.  I let him try my Fitbit Charge and set the alarm and he loved it!  He definitely thinks it will help wake him up.  Unfortunately I do not have the $ to buy one for him, nor do the parents at this time.  I would love if FItbit would be willing to donate a Charge to a most appreciative 7th grade boy?  We would spread the word to those we/he works with at the American School for the Deaf and I think it would be great for publicity.  What do you think, Fitbit?

Thanks!

[Odyssey13]

@KimHill  What a rewarding job you must have.

I can't answer for Fitbit, but I know people have raised funds for such worthy causes as this one on GoFundMe, which can be found on this link. If you set up one there, please let us know. I'm sure there are people here who would like to help out, too.

Welcome to the forums. Please keep in touch.

[HelenaFitbit · Accepted solution]

You are a woman with a noble heart @KimHill, welcome to the Fitbit Family!

Honestly, I can't promise anything, but I can help you get this inquiry directed to right party. 

In this case, I recommend contacting our Customer Support team via email here or you can call (877) 623-4997 between the hours of 4am-8pm PST Mon-Fri and 6am-5pm PST on weekends. I am sure they will be more than glad to further assist you.

Let me know if you have any questions, good luck!