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A kind voice on the phone: Arianna's request

No advice needed - just a kind ear and some conversation for 30 minutes a week.

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Arianna R. Leonard
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Leicester
After a major depressive episode, I have been mostly housebound for 7 weeks. My family live far away, and the days can feel very long. I'm not looking for therapy - I've that covered - but for conversation. I'm hoping for someone who can call for about 30 minutes once a week whenever suits us both. I like music, books and gardening, and can listen to anything. This can be from anywhere in the world as long as you speak English. We can arrange the calls through the platform, with email shared only when we're both comfortable. Thanks for even thinking about it. I hope life is good to you.
effort
30 minutes a week
format
Online or by phone
skills
listening, patience

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  • Álvaro R. Soto 🇦🇷

    I live about 20 km from Leicester. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need

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  • Marcos F. Zamora🇲🇽Verified helper
    Changed my perspective

    The difference this person made in my life cannot be overstated. They were patient, kind, and persistent in helping me find solutions. Truly exceptional.

  • Opio Mugisha Mrema🇰🇪Verified helper
    Made me feel heard

    Couldn't have asked for better support. They listened carefully, understood my situation deeply, and provided thoughtful advice that actually worked. Thank you so much.

  • Isla Gomez🇺🇸Verified donor
    Would recommend to anyone

    Perfect example of someone making a real difference. They took time out of their busy schedule to help me and never made me feel like a burden.

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  • Thinking of you, Arianna. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Take care.

    • Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. I'll check back for the next update. Greetings from Syracuse

      • Your post was clear and honest. Wish I lived closer to Oakland so I could bring a meal.

        • You're not alone. Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest. Put this on a community board in Los Angeles this morning. God bless.

          • stay strong. Get well soon. I went through something like this 12 years ago and strangers helped me out. Take care

            • Thanks for sharing this. Wishing Arianna a smooth procedure and a full recovery. Greetings from São Paulo

              • Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest. We're a small family in Gazipur but we're thinking of you. All the best

                • Hope it all works out, Arianna. Hope you get there. Love from Burnaby.

                  • Get well soon. I have a 17 year old who wants to send good wishes too. God bless.

                    • hope you get there. Greetings from Medellín.

                      • Hope things get better soon, Arianna. I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side. My husband and I read this together

                        • Sending strength. Hope the doctors have good news. I'll check back for the next update.

                          • So sorry you're going through this, Arianna. Looking forward to the next update. God bless.

                            • wishing you peace. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. My neighbor in Bahir Dar donated after I showed her your page. Love from Bahir Dar.

                              • Good luck, Arianna. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too. Take care.

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