Dying

[RBM]

8 hours ago, MotorSarge said:

A military veteran is a military veteran such as a military retiree is a military retiree, his branch of service is irrelevant.

The folks, expats, vets & retirees that are geographically closest to him will have the best resolve in this matter. Need to contact the RAO, VA in Manilla & Red Cross.

It is a little bit more complicated for the folks across the pond.

This is truly sad and should not happen to any expat regardless of if a veteran or not.  

I am going to red cross today, yesterday the rescue came again and washed, cleaned his leg but I fear to late. Shall also go to Government hospital to ask requirements for his admittance. From what barangay said somebody must guarantee his expenses which would be huge

[OnMyWay]

32 minutes ago, RBM said:

I appreciate your help thank you ' At this stage Lee is doing his upmost to help so think its easier that you liaise with him as I have no knowledge about these matters,

No not 94 they have made a mistake on the birth date.

 

I'm in contact with Jack Walker and he needs the exact location.  Address, etc.  Please PM me with it.

[Lee]

56 minutes ago, RBM said:

No not 94 they have made a mistake on the birth date.

Are there any other IDs (military or otherwise) that he has? The DOB on his military ID says that he was born in 1929.

Someone, perhaps with a barangay official watching, should really go through his stuff and look for info on relatives, etc.

Edited October 1, 2023 by Lee

[OnMyWay]

57 minutes ago, RBM said:

I am going to red cross today, yesterday the rescue came again and washed, cleaned his leg but I fear to late. Shall also go to Government hospital to ask requirements for his admittance. From what barangay said somebody must guarantee his expenses which would be huge

RBM, thank you so much for taking your time to care for another human being in need, especially a vet.  Jack Walker has all the info and will be able to talk to his embassy contacts.

[MotorSarge]

1 hour ago, RBM said:

I am going to red cross today, yesterday the rescue came again and washed, cleaned his leg but I fear to late. Shall also go to Government hospital to ask requirements for his admittance. From what barangay said somebody must guarantee his expenses which would be huge

Bless & Thank you RBM.

Most likely no one will guarantee his expenses without actually being physically present to confirm his physical presence, service & medical necessities..

 

 

[RBM]

48 minutes ago, Lee said:

Are there any other IDs (military or otherwise) that he has? The DOB on his military ID says that he was born in 1929.

Someone, perhaps with a barangay official watching, should really go through his stuff and look for info on relatives, etc.

My partner is currently making some thick soup which she will try to have him sip some.  yesterday he was just semi coherent, suspect he has suffered a stroke. She does not like to go through his scant belongings, the stench in the room is unbearable.

The two situations which have blown me away totally is.

1...My car mad friend whom lives here is a head orthopedic surgeon and although i begged him for assistance nothing was forth coming. he even refused to call rescue.

2...The total liars from the corrupt staff here whom told me prior to the photo I posted they were caring him, feeding him changing his dress..... I suspect they also have his ATM card, which it was possible to cancel this how ever unable get sense from him.

[RBM]

Some progress today, had long chat with John Walker whom impressed me with his Knowledge and expertise. Advised me under no circumstances should I sign anything ever. I believe he actually spoke to the patient today, another concerned  guy here was also in touch with him.

Barangay was a long winded affair, meeting the top person and so many in between, very stressful as English not widely spoken here. The rescue team followed me to our compound and again treated him, no meds just clean up. My partner had him eating this morning and he is more alert and able to talk a little.

Appears the US Marine ID belongs to the patients father, not his.  

The rescue team will make a report today for the head to consider his admittance to hospital, we have agreed to provide his food how ever not his medication as would be out of our league,  are hoping he may qualify for charity assistance.  Barangay will call me in a day or so, lets hope the patient is still with us. Will be going later to red cross.

[Snowy79]

Well done RBM. I've just been down a similar route with a UK veteran. Absolutely discusted by the lack of Government assistance both here and from the UK. Fingers crossed my friend has turned a corner for now. 

[RBM]

14 hours ago, Snowy79 said:

Well done RBM. I've just been down a similar route with a UK veteran. Absolutely discusted by the lack of Government assistance both here and from the UK. Fingers crossed my friend has turned a corner for now. 

Thanks Snowy I would appreciate any tip regardless how small. Last night he was a little coherent as responding to the food we giving. As hard as it is to believe the staff here, one in particularly has been stealing his money, few weeks ago while he was still able to hobble about he withdrew a large amount of cash. Guess his pension and we found the wallet empty, its only this carer and us whom visit. At least he has not given out his PIN

[RBM]

Think now we can wind up this thread with a semi happy ending...(Excuse the pun)

After a very stressful difficult day yesterday we were able to have him admitted to the local Government Hospital, Two ambulances and 10 guys to do this, he was not going quietly. They put him on IV immediately which he ripped out, restraints were required, my partner will bring his food today. His whole left leg was infested with maggots.

I am going to check his tourist visa later as suspect its over due.

Question....does anyone know if his signature required for a tourist visa renewal if done by a travel agency. My understanding is the BI will show no sympathy for state of health.

Special thanks to two members here, Lee your kind generous offer of support are noted and appreciated as are the advice offered.

OnMy Way your introduction to Jack Walker made all this happen, plus your time and effort in forwarding documents, deep thanks. Plus another thanks to so many for kind advice offered.