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Volunteer drivers wanted: Olivia's dialysis appointments

Olivia needs dialysis three times a week and has lost the ability to drive; volunteer drivers can each take one day.

🇳🇿 8005, Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand1,697 views
Tamsin C. Brown
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Christchurch
Olivia has been on dialysis for 5 years and until recently drove to Christchurch Regional Medical Center alone. After a minor stroke, Olivia can no longer drive. Taxis cost more than the family can pay three times a week. We're building a rota of volunteer drivers. Each session is 4 hours, including the trip there and back; most volunteers take one regular day. The journey is about 35 km each way. Olivia is cheerful company. You'd need a car in good condition and a clean driving record. We'll cover your fuel costs, and the family will send you home with homemade food. Please say which day works for you in the comments. I hope life is good to you.
effort
one weekly trip
format
In person in Christchurch
skills
reliable car, clean driving record
#rides#dialysis#volunteer-drivers#medical

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People who offered to help

  • Amir Amir Ibrahim 🇪🇬

    I live about 4 km from Christchurch. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need

  • Vrushali Zaveri 🇮🇳

    I live about 10 km from Christchurch. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need. Flexible on timing.

  • Audrey F. Duran 🇺🇸

    I live about 12 km from Christchurch. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need Happy to chat first.

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  • Mohammad Hossain SheikhID verified

    Best of luck. Hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double!

    • Shawn E. Lawson

      Sending strength. Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest. Don't be hard on yourself for asking. Take care.

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