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Dignity in old age: caring for Shilpa

Help Shilpa stay in her own home with eight months of part-time care.

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Shilpa M. Walia
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Mumbai
I'm caring for me, who's 80. After a heart attack Shilpa can no longer manage alone. A nursing home would cost far more than we have, and Shilpa desperately wants to stay at home. I work 30 hours a week and have cut back to look after her, but we need a part-time carer. Shilpa worked all of her life as a carpenter, and raised 2 children. Now we're trying to give some of that care back. Medication, a hospital bed and a carer for eight 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 $750 goes: • Part-time carer (eight months): $530 • Medication and prescriptions: $50 • Hospital bed and mattress rental: $60 • Mobility aids and bathroom adaptations: $110 With deep gratitude, Shilpa

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  • can I help in a way that isn't money? I'm near Mumbai!

    • Shilpa M. WaliaOwnerAnswer

      Sharing the link is the biggest thing. And if you know anything about part-time carer (eight months), advice is welcome too. Appreciate you taking the time.

  • looking forward to the next update. I'm in accounting myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. Love from Tokyo.

    • Keep going, Shilpa. Wishing Shilpa a smooth procedure and a full recovery.

      • Aster Mekdes HailePhoto verified

        praying for you. Hope the doctors have good news. Take care.

        • Stay strong, Shilpa. Your post was clear and honest

          • Take care. Hope the doctors have good news. Greetings from Quezon City!

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