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Dignity in old age: caring for Trung
Trung can't afford the care He needs after a diagnosis of dementia; we're asking for $850.
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I'm caring for my father, who's 79. After a diagnosis of dementia Trung can no longer manage alone. A nursing home would cost far more than we have, and Trung desperately wants to stay at home.
I work 30 hours a week and have cut back to look after him, but we need a part-time carer.
Trung worked all of his life as a seamstress, and raised 4 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 $850 goes:
• Part-time carer (eight months): $680
• Medication and prescriptions: $55
• Hospital bed and mattress rental: $65
• Mobility aids and bathroom adaptations: $50
Ask me anything below before you decide. I'd rather you were sure.
Updates from Thiện
20% there. I met with the care agency and confirmed the amounts. Thank you.
We're at 14% thanks to 4 of you. we've started the first stage. More news soon.
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Praying for you, Thiện. I hope things turn around soon. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. All the best.
I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. We're a small family in Campinas but we're thinking of you. Thinking of Thủ Đức