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A weekly visit for Dustin, 85, who lives alone in Coventry

An hour a week, a chat, and a cup of tea - that is all Dustin is asking for.

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง CV17 5FR, Coventry, England, United Kingdom803 views
Wayne Murphy
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Coventry
I'm writing for my neighbor Dustin, who's 85. Dustin lives alone in Coventry, and lost a son last year. The nearest family lives 438 kilometers away. Dustin loves chess, and would enjoy someone to chat with. An hour a week, perhaps on Friday afternoon, would mean the world. We can also arrange a phone call if you can't visit in person. All visitors will be introduced by me and I'll be there at the first meeting. I'll share references and, if you'd like, a short orientation from the local befriending charity. No special skills are needed - just kindness and patience. Glad we found this place.
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1 hour a week
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In person in Coventry
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kindness, patience
#companionship#elderly#visiting

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  • Shirin Mim Chatterjee ๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ฉ

    I live about 9 km from Coventry. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need. Flexible on timing.

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  • Scarlett Bryant

    Thanks for sharing this, Wayne. It takes guts to ask. Well done. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. Blessings.

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