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Dignity in old age: caring for Lúcia
Lúcia can't afford the care She needs after a stroke last May; we're asking for $400.
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I'm caring for my mother, who's 87. After a stroke last May Lúcia can no longer manage alone. A nursing home would cost far more than we have, and Lúcia desperately wants to stay at home.
I work 25 hours a week and have cut back to look after her, but we need a part-time carer.
Lúcia worked all of her life as a seamstress, and raised 2 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.
The carer will be employed through a registered agency and paid directly. I'll share the agency invoices.
Where the $400 goes:
• Mobility aids and bathroom adaptations: $190
• Medication and prescriptions: $110
• Hospital bed and mattress rental: $100
Even a small gift gets used right away and I'll thank you myself.
- Enzo
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