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Companionship wanted: John's birdwatching and a cup of tea

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

🇺🇸 Bakersfield, California, United States341 views
Carol E. Sims
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Bakersfield
I'm writing for my neighbor John, who's 89. John lives alone in Bakersfield, and lost a sister last year. The nearest family lives several hours away. John loves birdwatching, and would enjoy someone to chat with. An hour a week, perhaps on Wednesday 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. Please ask me anything in the questions section. I'll answer honestly and quickly.
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1 hour a week
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In person in Bakersfield
skills
kindness, patience
#companionship#elderly#visiting

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  • Joaquim Vinícius Teixeira 🇧🇷

    i live about 17 km from Bakersfield. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need Happy to chat first.

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  • Eileen S. BrennanID verified

    I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side. Greetings from Buenos Aires.

    • Kiptoo David Mutebi

      Rooting for you, Carol. Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest. God bless.

      • Keith A. Morgan

        Hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry. Greetings from Manila.

        • Anthony Paul Huet

          Looking forward to the next update. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money. Thinking of Bakersfield.

          • George Papa TawiahID verified

            take care. This could happen to any of us. Sent it to 20 people at work. Take care.

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