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Dignity in old age: caring for Paolo

Paolo can't afford the care He needs after a diagnosis of dementia; we're asking for $1,000.

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I'm caring for my father, who's 78. After a diagnosis of dementia Paolo can no longer manage alone. A nursing home would cost far more than we have, and Paolo 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. Paolo worked all of his life as a nurse, 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. The carer will be employed through a registered agency and paid directly. I'll share the agency invoices. Where the $1,000 goes: • Part-time carer (four months): $860 • Medication and prescriptions: $60 • Hospital bed and mattress rental: $35 • Mobility aids and bathroom adaptations: $45 I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to.

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Updates from Rodel

Update from Taguig: we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. We're at 57% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.
Thank you all. We're at 9% now ($86). I'm honestly stunned. we've started the first stage.
Good news. Because of your gifts ($46 in total) I made the first payment toward medication and prescriptions. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.

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