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A weekly phone friend for Adewale, recovering at home after a long hospital stay

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

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Adewale Oyelaran
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Kano
After a long hospital stay, I have been mostly housebound for 4 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 podcasts, football and cooking, 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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People who offered to help

  • Allison K. Stone ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Accepted

    I've done this kind of work for 14 years and can give you a few hours.

  • Jepkoech Zawadi Mussa ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Accepted

    I live about 7 km from Kano. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need.

  • Trung Long Trieu ๐Ÿ‡ป๐Ÿ‡ณ

    I've done this kind of work for 13 years and can give you a few hours.

  • Karl Werner ๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Address verified

    I've done this kind of work for 11 years and can give you a few hours.

  • Masud Dipu Khatun ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Accepted

    I've done this kind of work for 15 years and can give you a few hours

  • Owen D. Gilbert ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Accepted

    I can give 2 hours a week for a month. Let me know how to start.

Reviews

3.4(18 reviews)

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  • Romain Dumas๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ทVerified helper
    Patient and understanding

    I was struggling and didn't know where to turn. This person stepped in without hesitation and provided exactly what I needed. Their compassion and expertise made all the difference in my life.

  • Anika Ghosh๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ฉVerified helper
    Quick response, great follow-up

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  • Enrique Estrada๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธVerified donor
    Exceeded expectations

    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.

  • Hussein Khalil๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ทVerified helper
    Patient and understanding

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    Exceptional service

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  • Santiago M. Sandoval๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝVerified donor
    Delivered on promises

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    Outstanding person

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    Practical and effective help

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  • Guy Rosenberg๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑVerified helper
    Great help in a difficult time

    I was struggling and didn't know where to turn. This person stepped in without hesitation and provided exactly what I needed. Their compassion and expertise made all the difference in my life.

  • Alexei Vinogradov๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡บVerified donor
    Professional and kind

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  • Mana Hara๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตVerified helper
    Great help in a difficult time

    This experience has restored my faith in the goodness of people. The helper was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about my outcome.

  • Alexander E. Berry๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บVerified helper
    Honest and trustworthy

    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.

  • Abigail R. Peterson๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡งVerified donor
    Amazing support system

    This helper is honest and transparent about what they can do. They didn't overpromise, but they did deliver excellent results. I would definitely trust them again.

  • Pedro A. Vargas๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธVerified helper
    Genuine person with a big heart

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  • Seung-hyun Hwang๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ทVerified helper
    Amazing support system

    The support I received was beyond what I expected. Not only did they help with the immediate need, but they also provided guidance for long-term solutions. I'm forever grateful.

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    Practical and effective help

    I had a complex problem and this person helped me navigate it step by step. Their expertise combined with their kindness made all the difference.

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  • would a few hours help or do you need more of a commitment?

    • Adewale OyelaranOwnerAnswer

      Even one session helps. If it goes well we can talk about doing it regularly. Thanks for asking.

  • Hope it all works out. Hope the doctors have good news.

    • Where would this be? I'd like to bring a friend

      • Adewale OyelaranOwnerAnswer

        Please do bring a friend. And yes, meeting in a public place first is totally fine with me. Good question.

    • Wishing Adewale a smooth procedure and a full recovery. Put this on a community board in Hแป“ Chรญ Minh City this morning. Greetings from Hแป“ Chรญ Minh City.

      • Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Blessings.

        • Wishing you peace, Adewale. Hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick. I'm in customer support myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. Greetings from Brooklyn.

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