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A kind voice on the phone: Rafael's request

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

Anywhere in the world692 views
Rafael F. Velasco
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MedellΓ­n
After a broken pelvis, 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 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. Thank you for reading my story.
effort
30 minutes a week
format
Online or by phone
skills
listening, patience

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People who offered to help

  • Josiane LetΓ­cia Bezerra πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Accepted

    I'm a retired teacher and I'm free on Thursdays. Happy to help

  • Leo B. Scott πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Accepted

    i've done this kind of work for 3 years and can give you a few hours. Free this month.

  • Mazen Anwar Amin πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡¬ Accepted

    I'm a plumber and I'm free on Tuesdays. Happy to help. Free this month.

  • Logan P. Schultz πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Accepted

    i'm a social worker and I'm free on Wednesdays. Happy to help.

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