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Care for Sofía, 91: help cover a carer and medication in Rockford

Sofía can't afford the care She needs after worsening Parkinson's disease; we're asking for $4,000.

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Víctor G. Mora
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Rockford
I'm caring for my mother, who's 91. After worsening Parkinson's disease Sofía can no longer manage alone. A nursing home would cost far more than we have, and Sofía desperately wants to stay at home. I work 30 hours a week and have cut back to look after her, but we need a part-time carer. Sofía worked all of her life as a nurse, 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. The carer will be employed through a registered agency and paid directly. I'll share the agency invoices. Where the $4,000 goes: • Part-time carer (eight months): $3,000 • Medication and prescriptions: $360 • Hospital bed and mattress rental: $400 • Mobility aids and bathroom adaptations: $240 I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support. - Víctor
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    “Praying for you. Hope the July deadline works out. - Saint-Denis”

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    “Thought of Sofía all day after reading this. - San Diego”

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    “Thinking of you. Small amount but sent with love. - Konya”

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    “Every little bit. Hope the July deadline works out. - Rohini”

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    “Thinking of you. Hope this covers a bit of it. - Khon Kaen”

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  • Gonzalo W. Ramírez🇲🇽Verified helper
    Made a real difference

    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.

  • Adalynn H. Rios🇬🇧Verified donor
    Made me feel heard

    I can't speak highly enough about this helper. They were available when I needed them, supportive when I felt lost, and practical in their solutions.

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  • Swetha B. Menon

    rooting for you. Gave what I could, wish it was more. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry.

    • Sophia Wood

      Sending good thoughts. Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest. Put this on a community board in São Paulo this morning!

      • Hang Jian Xu

        Praying for you, Víctor. Wishing Sofía a smooth procedure and a full recovery. My husband and I read this together.

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