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Howard wants to stay at home - help fund three months of care
Howard can't afford the care He needs after the death of his spouse; we're asking for $6,200.
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I'm caring for my father, who's 75. After the death of his spouse Howard can no longer manage alone. A nursing home would cost far more than we have, and Howard desperately wants to stay at home.
I work 40 hours a week and have cut back to look after him, but we need a part-time carer.
Howard worked all of his life as a farmer, and raised 5 children. Now we're trying to give some of that care back.
Medication, a hospital bed and a carer for three months will make a huge difference.
Funds cover the carer's wages, medicines, a hospital bed rental and incontinence supplies.
Where the $6,200 goes:
• Part-time carer (three months): $5,250
• Medication and prescriptions: $450
• Hospital bed and mattress rental: $240
• Mobility aids and bathroom adaptations: $260
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- Tyler
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Is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Howard!
Everything on the list is an amount I've been quoted or invoiced. part-time carer (three months) comes first ($5,250) and I'll update the page as each thing gets paid. Thanks for asking.
Sending strength, Tyler. Hope the doctors have good news.
Thinking of you, Tyler. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. Love from Sydney
Sending love, Tyler. Hope you get there. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too.
Get well soon. Sent it to 3 people at work.
Stay strong, Tyler. I hope things turn around soon. I'm in social work myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. Love from Katowice.