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

Paul is housebound after a long hospital stay and is looking for a friendly, patient person for a weekly call.

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Paul Onyango
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Embakasi
After a long hospital stay, I have been mostly housebound for 8 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'll keep this page updated with receipts as things happen.
effort
30 minutes a week
format
Online or by phone
skills
listening, patience
#companionship#phone-buddy#recovery#mental-health

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People who offered to help

  • Kiran W. Yadav ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ

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

  • Vivian D. Brown ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ Accepted

    I live about 20 km from Embakasi. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need. Happy to chat first.

  • Bello Ibrahim Tijani ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ

    I'm a software developer and I'm free on Fridays. Happy to help

  • Anushka B. Jadeja ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ

    i'm a software developer and I'm free on Fridays. Happy to help!

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3.2(18 reviews)

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  • Chalida Isaree Vongsa

    Thinking of you and your family, Paul. Get well soon.

    • Lavanya C. Warrier

      You're not alone, Paul. Gave what I could, wish it was more. My neighbor in Sรฃo Paulo donated after I showed her your page.

      • Leo J. Manalo

        Sending strength. Shared this with my family. We're a small family in Miami but we're thinking of you. All the best.

        • Niels Wouter DijkstraID verified

          Hope things get better soon, Paul. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Don't be hard on yourself for asking. God bless.

          • Faith Halima Opio

            Stay strong, Paul. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. All the best.

            • Jaxon Le

              Praying for you, Paul. Your post was clear and honest.

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