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Companionship wanted: Ayşe's old films and a cup of tea

Ayşe lives alone and has no family nearby; a weekly hour of conversation would transform the week.

🇹🇷 34004, Üsküdar, Istanbul, Türkiye336 views
Yusuf Burak Özdemir
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Üsküdar
I'm writing for my neighbor Ayşe, who's 89. Ayşe lives alone in Üsküdar, and lost a sister last year. The nearest family lives 620 kilometers away. Ayşe loves old films, and would enjoy someone to chat with. An hour a week, perhaps on Saturday 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. If you can't give, please share this page. It does reach people.
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1 hour a week
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In person in Üsküdar
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kindness, patience
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  • Nikhil G. Oberoi 🇮🇳

    i live about 3 km from Üsküdar. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need

  • William Osei 🇬🇭 Photo verified

    i live about 12 km from Üsküdar. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need. Free this month.

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  • Auma Muthoni Wekesa

    thinking of you, Yusuf. Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest

    • Elias D. Vargas

      good luck. Wishing Ayşe a smooth procedure and a full recovery. I'll check back for the next update. All the best

      • Angelica B. Tomas

        so sorry you're going through this. Your post was clear and honest. All the best

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