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

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

🇨🇦 Red Deer, Alberta, Canada1,289 views
Gregory W. Gardner
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Red Deer
I'm writing for my neighbor Leonardo, who's 77. Leonardo lives alone in Red Deer, and lost a son last year. The nearest family lives a long flight away. Leonardo loves knitting, and would enjoy someone to chat with. An hour a week, perhaps on Tuesday 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'll keep this page updated with receipts as things happen.
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1 hour a week
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In person in Red Deer
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kindness, patience
#companionship#elderly#visiting

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  • Eleanor H. May

    Best of luck. Wishing Leonardo a smooth procedure and a full recovery. I hope November is when things finally get easier. Greetings from Thane.

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