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A weekly visit for Irma, 93, who lives alone in Jakarta

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

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ 10175, Jakarta, DKI Jakarta, Indonesia624 views
Citra Utomo
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Jakarta
I'm writing for my neighbor Irma, who's 93. Irma lives alone in Jakarta, and lost a lifelong friend last year. The nearest family lives a long flight away. Irma loves knitting, and would enjoy someone to chat with. An hour a week, perhaps on Tuesday 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. Whatever you can give, even just sharing this page, means a lot.
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1 hour a week
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In person in Jakarta
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People who offered to help

  • Yแบฟn Dung Dang ๐Ÿ‡ป๐Ÿ‡ณ

    I live about 14 km from Jakarta. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need.

  • Ephrem Hailemariam ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡น

    I've done this kind of work for 9 years and can give you a few hours Flexible on timing.

  • Kevin J. Santos ๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ญ

    I live about 6 km from Jakarta. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need.

  • Prasad Sathe ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Accepted

    my neighbor went through something similar so this one hit home. Happy to help in person if that works. Happy to chat first.

  • Nasser Hamza Naguib ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ

    I'm a carpenter and I'm free on Tuesdays. Happy to help!

  • Zoey S. Davis ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง

    I live about 14 km from Jakarta. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need

Reviews

3.0(11 reviews)

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  • Elias Hill๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡งVerified helper
    Outstanding person

    This is what community support looks like. They didn't just offer generic advice; they provided personalized help tailored to my specific situation.

  • Bambang Hartono๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉVerified donor
    Made me feel heard

    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.

  • Irene Kato๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ชVerified helper
    Exceptional service

    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.

  • Rahim Ahmed๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡งVerified donor
    Honest and trustworthy

    This is what community support looks like. They didn't just offer generic advice; they provided personalized help tailored to my specific situation.

  • Shaista Orakzai๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฐVerified helper
    Genuine person with a big heart

    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.

  • Larysa Hrytsenko๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡บVerified donor
    Made me feel heard

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    Changed my perspective

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  • Blessing Jimoh๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌVerified donor
    Went above and beyond

    This experience has restored my faith in the goodness of people. The helper was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about my outcome.

  • Ananya M. Rao๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณVerified donor
    Quick response, great follow-up

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  • Jadwiga Gล‚owacki๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑVerified helper
    Would recommend to anyone

    This helper is honest and transparent about what they can do. They didn't overpromise, but they did deliver excellent results. I would definitely trust them again.

  • Mangesh Jadeja๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณVerified donor
    Really cared about my situation

    I was nervous about reaching out, but this person made me feel comfortable and supported from the very first interaction. Their help was invaluable.

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  • Take care. Hope the doctors have good news

    • hope it all works out, Citra. Wishing Irma a smooth procedure and a full recovery. Please keep us posted. Blessings.

      • Wishing you the best. I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side. I went through something like this 14 years ago and strangers helped me out. Take care.

        • Thanks for sharing this, Citra. I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side. We're a small family in Bahir Dar but we're thinking of you. Thinking of Jakarta.

          • Hope this works out for you. Take care!

            • Hang in there. It takes guts to ask. Well done. We're a small family in Veracruz but we're thinking of you

              • praying for you, Citra. Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest. Sent it to 16 people at work. All the best.

                • Thinking of you, Citra. Looking forward to the next update. Thinking of Jakarta.

                  • So sorry you're going through this, Citra. Gave what I could, wish it was more.

                    • Good luck, Citra. Gave what I could, wish it was more.

                      • Hope the doctors have good news. I'm in hospitality myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you.

                        • Your post was clear and honest. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. Blessings

                          • Wishing you the best. Gave what I could, wish it was more. My cousin had a similar thing happen so this one hit home. Love from Warsaw

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