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Could you share an hour a week with Rodrigo?

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

🇺🇸 95192, San Jose, California, United States1,287 views
Paula A. Galindo
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San Jose
I'm writing for my neighbor Rodrigo, who's 76. Rodrigo lives alone in San Jose, and lost a sister last year. The nearest family lives a long flight away. Rodrigo 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. Thank you so much.
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1 hour a week
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In person in San Jose
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kindness, patience
#companionship#elderly#visiting

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  • Jose Holmes 🇬🇧 Photo verified

    i live about 17 km from San Jose. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need. Flexible on timing.

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  • Luis J. Pacheco🇪🇸Verified donor
    Great help in a difficult time

    I was nervous about reaching out, but this person made me feel comfortable and supported from the very first interaction. Their help was invaluable.

  • Craig Le🇬🇧Verified donor
    Would recommend to anyone

    This experience has restored my faith in the goodness of people. The helper was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about my outcome.

  • Edilene Fabiana Barros🇧🇷Verified helper
    Genuine person with a big heart

    The difference this person made in my life cannot be overstated. They were patient, kind, and persistent in helping me find solutions. Truly exceptional.

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  • Donna R. TaylorID verified

    Take care, Paula. This could happen to any of us. My brother had a similar thing happen so this one hit home. Love from Seoul

    • Vipul K. Doshi

      wishing you the best. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes!

      • Tika Rahayu Harahap

        Take care, Paula. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. All the best.

        • Claudia D. Arias

          Hope the doctors have good news. I'll check back for the next update. Love from Likoni

          • Nipa Shapla Mukherjee

            Rooting for you. Hope this works out for you. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend. Greetings from Paris

            • Halima Ife Balogun

              wishing you peace, Paula. Hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick. God bless.

              • Hailey B. JacksonPhoto verified

                Get well soon. I have a 5 year old who wants to send good wishes too. Thinking of San Jose!

                • Julieta H. Valdez

                  take care. This could happen to any of us. I'll check back for the next update. Greetings from Kanpur

                  • Reem Lubna Mahmoud

                    Praying for you, Paula. Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest.

                    • Ronnie S. Dela Cruz

                      sending strength, Paula. Hope you get there. Put this on a community board in Arlington this morning.

                      • Jagadish T. Gounder

                        stay strong. Shared it with a few friends. My neighbor in San Jose donated after I showed her your page

                        • Quyên Trinh PhanAddress verified

                          Hope it all works out, Paula. Shared this with my family. My neighbor in Cartagena donated after I showed her your page.

                          • Heike Wolff

                            Sending love, Paula. Hope you get there

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