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Companionship wanted: Quinn's chess and a cup of tea

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

🇺🇸 Jacksonville, Florida, United States721 views
Theodore J. Oliver
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Jacksonville
I'm writing for my neighbor Quinn, who's 86. Quinn lives alone in Jacksonville, and lost a lifelong friend last year. The nearest family lives 763 kilometers away. Quinn loves chess, 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. You're what makes this possible, and I'll never forget it.
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1 hour a week
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In person in Jacksonville
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kindness, patience
#companionship#elderly#visiting

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  • Apio Chebet Kariuki 🇺🇬

    I live about 14 km from Jacksonville. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need. Happy to chat first.

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  • Kwaku Baah

    I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side. Sent it to 6 people at work.

    • Consuelo M. Pacheco

      So sorry you're going through this. Looking forward to the next update. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. Greetings from Adama

      • Vijay W. Krishnamurthy

        sending strength. Wishing Quinn a smooth procedure and a full recovery. I have a 17 year old who wants to send good wishes too. All the best.

        • Madeline S. Newman

          shared it with a few friends. Greetings from Bengaluru.

          • Yves Léo Meunier

            Hope it all works out, Theodore. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. My husband and I read this together.

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