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Friendly visitor needed for a 72-year-old neighbor in El Paso

An hour a week, a chat, and a cup of tea - that's all Russell is asking for.

🇺🇸 79916, El Paso, Texas, United States521 views
Marcus G. Lawson
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El Paso
I'm writing for my neighbor Russell, who's 72. Russell lives alone in El Paso, and lost a spouse of many years last year. The nearest family lives 606 kilometers away. Russell loves baking, and would enjoy someone to chat with. An hour a week, perhaps on Thursday afternoon, would mean the world. We can also arrange a phone call if you can't visit in person. All visitors will be introduced by me and I'll be there at the first meeting. I'll share references and, if you'd like, a short orientation from the local befriending charity. No special skills are needed - just kindness and patience. Whatever you can give, even just sharing this page, means a lot.
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1 hour a week
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In person in El Paso
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kindness, patience
#companionship#elderly#visiting

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  • Oliver B. Delgado 🇺🇸

    i live about 4 km from El Paso. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need. Flexible on timing.

  • Julia K. Rojas 🇺🇸

    i live about 14 km from El Paso. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need. Happy to chat first.

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