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Friendly visitor needed for an 89-year-old neighbor in Mwanza

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

🇹🇿 33140, Mwanza, Mwanza, Tanzania1,503 views
Evans Mussa Shayo
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Mwanza
I'm writing for my neighbor Brian, who's 89. Brian lives alone in Mwanza, and lost a spouse of many years last year. The nearest family lives a long flight away. Brian loves baking, and would enjoy someone to chat with. An hour a week, perhaps on Monday 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'll keep this page updated with receipts as things happen.
effort
1 hour a week
format
In person in Mwanza
skills
kindness, patience
#companionship#elderly#visiting

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  • Ugo Carlo Marchetti 🇮🇹

    I live about 9 km from Mwanza. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need. Happy to chat first.

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3.3(7 reviews)

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  • Juliana Santos

    sending love, Evans. This could happen to any of us. Don't be hard on yourself for asking. Take care.

    • Thierry Charpentier

      you're not alone. I hope things turn around soon. After 8 years in nursing I know how hard it's to ask for anything. Greetings from Indore

      • Caroline D. SingletonPhoto verified

        Keep going, Evans. Shared it with a few friends

        • Sowmya P. Menon

          Thinking of you. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. My neighbor in Khon Kaen donated after I showed her your page. God bless.

          • Kobina Papa Annan

            So sorry you're going through this, Evans. Looking forward to the next update. After 24 years in social work I know how hard it's to ask for anything. Blessings.

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