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Dignity in old age: caring for Vandana
Vandana can't afford the care She needs after a stroke last August; we're asking for $650.
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I'm caring for my mother, who's 77. After a stroke last August Vandana can no longer manage alone. A nursing home would cost far more than we have, and Vandana desperately wants to stay at home.
I work 50 hours a week and have cut back to look after her, but we need a part-time carer.
Vandana worked all of her life as a factory worker, and raised 3 children. Now we're trying to give some of that care back.
Medication, a hospital bed and a carer for six 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 $650 goes:
• Hospital bed and mattress rental: $65
• Mobility aids and bathroom adaptations: $55
• Part-time carer (six months): $530
I'll keep this page updated with receipts as things happen.
Updates from Aarav
Good news. Because of your gifts ($200 in total) I met with the care agency and confirmed the amounts. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.
Wanted to say thank you properly. 51% funded and I met with the care agency and confirmed the amounts.
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I hope things turn around soon. It's not much but it's yours. God bless!
Thinking of you. I hope things turn around soon. Wish I lived closer to Hialeah so I could bring a meal. God bless.
Sending love, Aarav. Wishing Vandana a smooth procedure and a full recovery. My husband and I read this together. God bless!