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Friendly visitor needed for an 84-year-old neighbor in Winnipeg

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

🇨🇦 R4A 2T0, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada449 views
Rui Lin Lin
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Winnipeg
I'm writing for my neighbor Ming, who's 84. Ming lives alone in Winnipeg, and lost a son last year. The nearest family lives several hours away. Ming loves local history, 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. I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support.
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1 hour a week
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In person in Winnipeg
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kindness, patience
#companionship#elderly#visiting

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  • Anthony Dumas 🇫🇷

    I live about 16 km from Winnipeg. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need. Happy to chat first.

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  • Priya S. Fourie🇿🇦Verified donor
    Delivered on promises

    The help I received was exactly what was described and more. This person follows through on their commitments and genuinely cares about making a positive impact.

  • Henry Thomas Schmidt🇩🇪Verified donor
    Really cared about my situation

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

  • Naresh L. Oberoi🇺🇸Verified helper
    Practical and effective help

    The help I received was exactly what was described and more. This person follows through on their commitments and genuinely cares about making a positive impact.

  • Nikolai Mikhail Moroz🇩🇪Verified donor
    Honest and trustworthy

    Couldn't have asked for better support. They listened carefully, understood my situation deeply, and provided thoughtful advice that actually worked. Thank you so much.

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  • Suresh Bhat

    wishing you peace, Rui. Wishing Ming a smooth procedure and a full recovery. I hope August is when things finally get easier.

    • Lesego N. Padayachee

      Sending strength, Rui. Hope this works out for you. Blessings.

      • Maria S. YatesPhoto verified

        rooting for you, Rui. Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest. My brother had a similar thing happen so this one hit home

        • Lauren Henderson

          Hang in there, Rui. Looking forward to the next update. My mother had a similar thing happen so this one hit home. Greetings from Montréal.

          • Gabriel R. García

            wishing you peace, Rui. I hope things turn around soon. Blessings

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