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A weekly phone friend for Citra, recovering at home after a stroke

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

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Citra Irma Rahman
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Bandung
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 history, chess and quiz shows, 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. Please ask me anything in the questions section. I'll answer honestly and quickly.
effort
30 minutes a week
format
Online or by phone
skills
listening, patience

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People who offered to help

  • Ssebuliba Kimani Kiprop ๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ช

    I live about 15 km from Bandung. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need Can bring a friend.

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2.6(11 reviews)

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    Changed my perspective

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    Outstanding person

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    Would recommend to anyone

    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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    Outstanding person

    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.

  • Robert L. Willis๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธVerified helper
    Went above and beyond

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    Very responsive and caring

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    Genuine person with a big heart

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    Exceeded expectations

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    Exactly what I needed

    The help I received was exactly what was described and more. This person follows through on their commitments and genuinely cares about making a positive impact.

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    Went above and beyond

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  • Parvin Sathi HossainAddress verified

    Stay strong, Citra. Your post was clear and honest. I'm in farming myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you.

    • Praying for you, Citra. Shared this with my family. My colleague had a similar thing happen so this one hit home. Greetings from Antalya.

      • Hope things get better soon, Citra. It takes guts to ask. Well done. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected.

        • Wishing you the best, Citra. Get well soon.

          • Hendrik T. FouriePhoto verified

            So sorry you're going through this. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Thinking of Bandung.

            • Good luck, Citra. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Don't be hard on yourself for asking. Thinking of Bandung.

              • Praying for you, Citra. Gave what I could, wish it was more. The breakdown of costs made it easy to trust.

                • wishing you the best. Hope you get there. Blessings.

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