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Dignity in old age: caring for Genesis

Genesis can't afford the care She needs after a diagnosis of dementia; we're asking for $1,600.

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Christopher F. Henderson
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Ottawa
I'm caring for my mother, who's 77. After a diagnosis of dementia Genesis can no longer manage alone. A nursing home would cost far more than we have, and Genesis desperately wants to stay at home. I work 40 hours a week and have cut back to look after her, but we need a part-time carer. Genesis worked all of her life as a shopkeeper, and raised 3 children. Now we're trying to give some of that care back. Medication, a hospital bed and a carer for four months will make a huge difference. Funds cover the carer's wages, medicines, a hospital bed rental and incontinence supplies. Where the $1,600 goes: โ€ข Medication and prescriptions: $750 โ€ข Hospital bed and mattress rental: $210 โ€ข Mobility aids and bathroom adaptations: $640 Every share and every dollar helps.

Updates from Christopher

  1. Thank you all. We're at 4% now ($65). I'm honestly stunned. I met with the care agency and confirmed the amounts.

  2. Wanted to say thank you properly. 4% funded and the plan for medication and prescriptions is now scheduled.

  3. Update from Ottawa: I met with the care agency and confirmed the amounts. We're at 2% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.

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  • Sending strength. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. I'll check back for the next update. Take care.

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