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Companionship wanted: Dhanalakshmi's knitting and a cup of tea

An hour a week, a chat, and a cup of tea - that's all Dhanalakshmi is asking for.

🇮🇳 411631, Pune, Maharashtra, India977 views
Rohit H. Vaidyanathan
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Pune
I'm writing for my neighbor Dhanalakshmi, who's 86. Dhanalakshmi lives alone in Pune, and lost a lifelong friend last year. The nearest family lives 422 kilometers away. Dhanalakshmi loves knitting, and would enjoy someone to chat with. An hour a week, perhaps on Thursday 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. I hope life is good to you.
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1 hour a week
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In person in Pune
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  • Tania Lipi Khatun 🇮🇳

    I live about 4 km from Pune. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need.

  • Lucy Glover 🇺🇸

    I live about 13 km from Pune. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need Happy to chat first.

  • Paisley D. Avila 🇺🇸 Accepted

    I live about 16 km from Pune. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need. Flexible on timing.

  • Ananya R. Rathnam 🇮🇳

    I'm a nurse and I'm free on Thursdays. Happy to help! Happy to chat first.

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  • Sandeep T. Mishra

    You're not alone, Rohit. Wishing Dhanalakshmi a smooth procedure and a full recovery.

    • Camilla Longo

      hang in there, Rohit. Gave what I could, wish it was more.

      • Eva Alvarez

        Shared this with my family. Love from Nice.

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