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A weekly phone friend for Sarah, recovering at home after a long COVID relapse

A volunteer who can phone or video-call Sarah once a week for the next few months.

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Sarah Sarah Karanja
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Kisumu
After a long COVID relapse, I have been mostly housebound for 12 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 music, books and gardening, 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. Thanks for being kind about this.
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

  • Eka Dewi Putra 🇮🇩

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

  • Victor Evans Mollel 🇺🇬

    i live about 20 km from Kisumu. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need.

  • Nisha M. Kashyap 🇮🇳

    I live about 17 km from Kisumu. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need Happy to chat first.

  • Willow C. Craig 🇨🇦 Accepted

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

Reviews

3.2(6 reviews)

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  • Chinedu Chinedu Oyelaran🇳🇬Verified donor
    Went above and beyond

    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.

  • Marta W. Guzmán🇺🇸Verified donor
    Professional and kind

    I can't speak highly enough about this helper. They were available when I needed them, supportive when I felt lost, and practical in their solutions.

  • Pongsak Chatchai Bunnag🇹🇭Verified donor
    Very responsive and caring

    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.

  • Long Rui Huang🇨🇦Verified 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.

  • Opio Rashidi Bakari🇰🇪Verified donor
    Made me feel heard

    I was going through a tough time and this person's support was invaluable. They didn't judge, just helped. That kind of genuine compassion is rare these days.

  • Madhavan L. Namboothiri🇮🇳Verified donor
    Genuine person with a big heart

    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.

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  • Waleed Ziad Ismail

    this could happen to any of us. Thinking of Kisumu.

    • Angel T. Perez

      take care, Sarah. I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side.

      • Mateo C. Morgan

        Hope it all works out. This could happen to any of us. Greetings from Howrah.

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