Volunteer timeMental health & recovery
A weekly phone friend for Miguel, recovering at home after spinal surgery
No advice needed - just a kind ear and some conversation for 30 minutes a week.
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After spinal surgery, I have been mostly housebound for 10 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.
I hope life is good to you.
- effort
- 30 minutes a week
- format
- Online or by phone
- skills
- listening, patience
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- Changed my perspective
This is the kind of person who restores your faith in humanity. They didn't just offer help; they genuinely cared about my wellbeing and followed through on every commitment.
- Professional and kind
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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Best of luck, Miguel. Your post was clear and honest. Put this on a community board in Cần Thơ this morning. All the best.
sending strength, Miguel. It takes guts to ask. Well done. Please keep us posted. Take care.
Thinking of you and your family. I hope things turn around soon. Sent it to 33 people at work
thanks for sharing this. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. My cousin had a similar thing happen so this one hit home
Rooting for you, Miguel. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Don't give up.