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Tiffany wants to stay at home - help fund six months of care

Tiffany can't afford the care She needs after a stroke last February; we're asking for $4,350.

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Riley C. McCoy
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Albany
I'm caring for my mother, who's 89. After a stroke last February Tiffany can no longer manage alone. A nursing home would cost far more than we have, and Tiffany 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. Tiffany worked all of her life as a shopkeeper, and raised 3 children. Now we're trying to give some of that care back. Medication, a hospital bed and a carer for six months will make a huge difference. The carer will be employed through a registered agency and paid directly. I'll share the agency invoices. Where the $4,350 goes: • Part-time carer (six months): $3,250 • Medication and prescriptions: $290 • Hospital bed and mattress rental: $220 • Mobility aids and bathroom adaptations: $590 I hope life is good to you.

Updates from Riley

  1. We're at 50% thanks to 56 of you. we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. More news soon.

  2. We're at 24% thanks to 32 of you. we've started the first stage. More news soon.

  3. Wanted to say thank you properly. 17% funded and the plan for part-time carer is now scheduled.

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  • is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Tiffany!

    • Riley C. McCoyOwnerAnswer

      It's all in the list in the story. part-time carer (six months) is the big one at $3,250, I'll post a receipt when it's paid. Let me know if you want more detail.

  • Stay strong, Riley. Your post was clear and honest. God bless.

    • can I help in a way that isn't money? I'm near Albany

      • Riley C. McCoyOwnerAnswer

        Thank you. If you're in Albany I'll say if something practical comes up. For now sharing this is great. Good question.

    • Sending good thoughts, Riley. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. All the best.

      • Abril R. BenítezPhoto verified

        You're not alone. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. We're a small family in Sydney but we're thinking of you.

        • praying for you. Hope the doctors have good news. Love from Nijmegen

          • Praying for you. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. I'll check back for the next update. Love from Southampton.

            • Hope it all works out, Riley. Looking forward to the next update. Love from Kadıköy

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