KatieB Posted December 6, 2007 Share Posted December 6, 2007 We were contacted today by a hospital in Chicago who have a newly dx. family who only speak Spanish. They are in desperate need of support. If you are a spanish speaker (Survivors and/or caregivers) and you are willing to volunteer a little time to support and comfort these folks, please contact me. *Remember how it was when you were first given the news and LC entered your life? It's so scary. We really could use your help. If you don't have a one-rate long distance service, I will mail you a calling card if you are serious about helping. Thank you so much. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nova Posted December 7, 2007 Share Posted December 7, 2007 Oh yikes, that poor family. It's hard to imagine a language barrier on top of a new diagnosis. My Spanish skills equal about 4 sentences, which include, "Where is the bathroom", and "the cheese is old and moldy". Not a lot of help in this situation. I hope we have someone here that can help. My daughter's MIL speaks fluent Spanish, but she has no experience with cancer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KatieB Posted December 7, 2007 Author Share Posted December 7, 2007 Thanks for the support. I can say all the Dora the Explorer words and a few *choice* words but that's it for me. So far no one has contacted me. On a message board of this size I would think someone could speak spanish and would want to help!! Keeping my fingers crossed. Thanks everyone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alexan Posted December 7, 2007 Share Posted December 7, 2007 Katie Spanish is my 1st languaje. Please let me know how can I help. Thanks bucky Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KatieB Posted December 7, 2007 Author Share Posted December 7, 2007 Bucky!! You are the best!! **I removed your phone numbers from this public post for your own protection and for security! I will pass along your information to that family. THank you SO SO MUCH!!!!! Hugs, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patti B Posted December 8, 2007 Share Posted December 8, 2007 Katie - I cannot imagine a family going through this. We all know how scary the beginning was and with the language barrier - WOW!! My Spanish skills have a lot to be desired and I see that Bucky will be able to help out in that regard. I have been on-line looking for Spanish to English Medical dictionaries and have found quite a few. Don't know how good they are but I would be willing to donate the money to buy them one if they do not already have one. Let me know - call it a Christmas present to another member of this "club". Hugs to All - Patti B. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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