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Heike wants to stay at home - help fund four months of care
Heike can't afford the care She needs after a fall and hip fracture; we're asking for $2,900.
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I'm caring for my mother, who's 86. After a fall and hip fracture Heike can no longer manage alone. A nursing home would cost far more than we have, and Heike 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.
Heike worked all of her life as a seamstress, and raised 5 children. Now we're trying to give some of that care back.
Medication, a hospital bed and a carer for four months will make a huge difference.
Funds cover the carer's wages, medicines, a hospital bed rental and incontinence supplies.
Where the $2,900 goes:
• Part-time carer (four months): $1,650
• Medication and prescriptions: $620
• Hospital bed and mattress rental: $370
• Mobility aids and bathroom adaptations: $260
Thanks for being kind about this.
- Lina
Updates from Lina
We're at 50% thanks to 34 of you. I made the first payment toward medication and prescriptions. More news soon.
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Sending good thoughts. Get well soon. I'll check back for the next update
Sending good thoughts, Lina. Your post was clear and honest. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. Thinking of Berlin
thinking of you, Lina. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier.
Rooting for you. I hope things turn around soon. I'm in hospitality myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. Greetings from Kandy.
Thanks for sharing this. Shared this with my family. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. Greetings from Mohammedia.