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A weekly visit for Prabha, 78, who lives alone in Jaffna

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

🇱🇰 40049, Jaffna, Northern, Sri Lanka1,199 views
Madushan Ruwan Fernando
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Jaffna
I'm writing for my neighbor Prabha, who's 78. Prabha lives alone in Jaffna, and lost a sister last year. The nearest family lives 752 kilometers away. Prabha loves old films, 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. Thank you for reading my story.
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1 hour a week
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In person in Jaffna
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kindness, patience
#companionship#elderly#visiting

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  • Min-jun Yong-jun Jin 🇺🇸

    i live about 13 km from Jaffna. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need. Can bring a friend.

  • Erik Fredrik Johansson 🇸🇪 Accepted

    I live about 8 km from Jaffna. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need

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  • Ishrat Nipa Parvez

    Thinking of you, Madushan. Shared it with a few friends. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. Take care.

    • Thomas S. Salazar

      Thanks for sharing this, Madushan. Your post was clear and honest. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. God bless.

      • Nonso Rotimi YakubuID verified

        Good luck. Your post was clear and honest. I'm in engineering myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. Blessings.

        • Lawrence Harvey

          thinking of you and your family, Madushan. Shared it with a few friends.

          • Elin Lundgren

            Your post was clear and honest. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. Love from Radom

            • Pavel Abdul Hasan

              Best of luck, Madushan. I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side. All the best.

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