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A kind voice on the phone: Matthew's request
Matthew is housebound after a stroke and is looking for a friendly, patient person for a weekly call.
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After a stroke, I have been mostly housebound for 6 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 film, travel stories and poetry, 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 never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support.
- effort
- 30 minutes a week
- format
- Online or by phone
- skills
- listening, patience
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Hang in there. Your post was clear and honest. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. All the best!
Wishing you the best, Matthew. Get well soon. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like
thanks for sharing this, Matthew. It takes guts to ask. Well done. I'll check back for the next update. Blessings.
Best of luck, Matthew. Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest. All the best.
Wishing you the best. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Greetings from Bergamo.