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Care for Akoth, 88: help cover a carer and medication in Nairobi
Akoth can't afford the care She needs after a heart attack; we're asking for $900.
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I'm caring for me, who's 88. After a heart attack Akoth can no longer manage alone. A nursing home would cost far more than we have, and Akoth desperately wants to stay at home.
I work 40 hours a week and have cut back to look after her, but we need a part-time carer.
Akoth worked all of her life as a nurse, and raised 4 children. Now we're trying to give some of that care back.
Medication, a hospital bed and a carer for eight months will make a huge difference.
The carer will be employed through a registered agency and paid directly. I'll share the agency invoices.
Where the $900 goes:
• Part-time carer (eight months): $700
• Medication and prescriptions: $115
• Hospital bed and mattress rental: $30
• Mobility aids and bathroom adaptations: $55
Thanks for being kind about this.
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Best of luck, Akoth. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Take care.
Wishing you peace, Akoth. Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest. Don't give up. Love from Nottingham
You're not alone. Your post was clear and honest. My husband and I read this together. Love from Winnipeg.