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Dignity in old age: caring for Silas

Silas can't afford the care He needs after a fall and hip fracture; we're asking for $4,000.

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Elias Carpenter
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I'm caring for my father, who's 82. After a fall and hip fracture Silas can no longer manage alone. A nursing home would cost far more than we have, and Silas 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. Silas worked all of his 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 three 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 $4,000 goes: โ€ข Part-time carer (three months): $2,450 โ€ข Medication and prescriptions: $830 โ€ข Hospital bed and mattress rental: $320 โ€ข Mobility aids and bathroom adaptations: $400 I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support.

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    โ€œBest of luck. Been where you're, it gets better. - Obuasiโ€

  • Mubashir Zain Sandhu ๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฐ ยท $100

    โ€œGood luck. Thought of Silas all day after reading this.โ€

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    โ€œFrom my family to yours. My neighbor told me about this one. - Naivashaโ€

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    โ€œOnly $50 but hope it helps. - Daeguโ€

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  • Meenakshi P. Acharya๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณVerified donor
    Genuine person with a big heart

    This experience has restored my faith in the goodness of people. The helper was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about my outcome.

  • Meenakshi G. Hegde๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณVerified donor
    Exactly what I needed

    This is the kind of person who restores your faith in humanity. They didn't just offer help; they genuinely cared about my wellbeing and followed through on every commitment.

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    Restored my faith in humanity

    This helper is honest and transparent about what they can do. They didn't overpromise, but they did deliver excellent results. I would definitely trust them again.

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    Very responsive and caring

    I had a complex problem and this person helped me navigate it step by step. Their expertise combined with their kindness made all the difference.

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    Went above and beyond

    The support I received was beyond what I expected. Not only did they help with the immediate need, but they also provided guidance for long-term solutions. I'm forever grateful.

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  • Fani Sri KurniawanPhoto verified

    Keep going. Hope this works out for you. I hope October is when things finally get easier.

    • Thanks for sharing this. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Greetings from Setagaya.

      • Keep going. Shared this with my family. Wish I lived closer to Khulna so I could bring a meal. All the best

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