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Dignity in old age: caring for Marcos
Marcos can't afford the care He needs after a heart attack; we're asking for $1,750.
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I'm caring for my father, who's 87. After a heart attack Marcos can no longer manage alone. A nursing home would cost far more than we have, and Marcos desperately wants to stay at home.
I work 25 hours a week and have cut back to look after him, but we need a part-time carer.
Marcos worked all of his life as a nurse, and raised 5 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 $1,750 goes:
• Part-time carer (four months): $1,350
• Medication and prescriptions: $190
• Hospital bed and mattress rental: $75
• Mobility aids and bathroom adaptations: $135
I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to.
- Sebastián
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this could happen to any of us. Sent it to 29 people at work. Take care!
Can I help in a way that isn't money? I'm near Coyoacán.
Sharing the link is the biggest thing. And if you know anything about part-time carer (four months), advice is welcome too. Let me know if you want more detail.
Praying for you, Sebastián. I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side. I'm in accounting myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. Thinking of Coyoacán
Sending good thoughts, Sebastián. Hope this works out for you. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry. All the best.
hang in there. Your post was clear and honest. I'm in teaching myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you.
Take care, Sebastián. Wishing Marcos a smooth procedure and a full recovery. Blessings