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Care for Arturo, 77: help cover a carer and medication in Madrid
Arturo cannot afford the care He needs after a stroke last February; we are asking for $4,000.
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I'm caring for me, who's 77. After a stroke last February Arturo can no longer manage alone. A nursing home would cost far more than we have, and Arturo desperately wants to stay at home.
I work 30 hours a week and have cut back to look after him, but we need a part-time carer.
Arturo worked all of his life as a bus driver, and raised 4 children. Now we're trying to give some of that care back.
Medication, a hospital bed and a carer for four months will make a huge difference.
Funds cover the carer's wages, medicines, a hospital bed rental and incontinence supplies.
Where the $4,000 goes:
• Mobility aids and bathroom adaptations: $400
• Part-time carer (four months): $3,400
• Hospital bed and mattress rental: $200
Whatever you can give, even just sharing this page, means a lot.
Updates from Arturo
Wanted to say thank you properly. 2% funded and we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. - Arturo
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Your post was clear and honest. Wish I lived closer to Laredo so I could bring a meal
you're not alone. I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side. Sent it to 18 people at work. All the best.
So sorry you're going through this, Arturo. Gave what I could, wish it was more. All the best