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Friendly visitor needed for an 82-year-old neighbor in Glasgow

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

🇬🇧 Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom133 views
Natalia E. Miller
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Glasgow
I'm writing for my neighbor Douglas, who's 82. Douglas lives alone in Glasgow, and lost a spouse of many years last year. The nearest family lives 316 kilometers away. Douglas loves knitting, and would enjoy someone to chat with. An hour a week, perhaps on Wednesday 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. Thank you for reading my story.
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1 hour a week
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In person in Glasgow
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kindness, patience
#companionship#elderly#visiting

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  • Vinod T. Raman

    This could happen to any of us. My neighbor in Marseille donated after I showed her your page. Blessings.

    • Hani Elsa Tan

      Wishing Douglas a smooth procedure and a full recovery. God bless.

      • Helena Kowalczyk

        so sorry you're going through this. Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest. Don't give up. All the best

        • Maverick H. Martinez

          Wishing you peace. This could happen to any of us. I hope August is when things finally get easier. God bless

          • Hina Naoko Sakamoto

            Sending strength, Natalia. This could happen to any of us.

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