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Care for Christopher, 91: help cover a carer and medication in Detroit

Christopher, 91, needs daily care to stay at home, and the family is raising $6,000 for a carer and medicines.

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Detroit, Michigan, United States1,162 views
Lucas Radcliffe
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Detroit
I'm caring for my father, who's 91. After a stroke last June Christopher can no longer manage alone. A nursing home would cost far more than we have, and Christopher 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. Christopher worked all of his life as a bus driver, and raised 5 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. Funds cover the carer's wages, medicines, a hospital bed rental and incontinence supplies. Where the $6,000 goes: โ€ข Part-time carer (eight months): $4,550 โ€ข Medication and prescriptions: $670 โ€ข Hospital bed and mattress rental: $330 โ€ข Mobility aids and bathroom adaptations: $450 Ask me anything below before you decide. I'd rather you were sure.

Updates from Lucas

  1. Good news. Because of your gifts ($538 in total) I met with the care agency and confirmed the amounts. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.

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    โ€œStay strong. This is from my last paycheck, glad to do it.โ€

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    โ€œRooting for you. Hope you get the rest soon.โ€

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    โ€œAll the best. Only $75 but hope it helps.โ€

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    โ€œHope things get better. Small amount but sent with love.โ€

  • Anonymous ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ ยท $10

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  • Is there anything that isn't money that would help Christopher?

    • Lucas RadcliffeOwnerAnswerPhoto verified

      Sharing the link is the biggest thing. And if you know anything about part-time carer (eight months), advice is welcome too. Happy to explain more.

  • I hope things turn around soon!

    • Does the money go straight to the care agency or to you?

      • Lucas RadcliffeOwnerAnswerPhoto verified

        I pay the care agency and post the receipt here so you can see where it went.

    • I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Don't give up. Take care

      • Praying for you. I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side. It's not much but it's yours

        • A colleague of mine might know someone for this in Michigan. I'll ask around and let you know.

          • Kagiso K. NgcoboAddress verified

            So sorry you're going through this. I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. God bless

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