A Glasgow family is desperately seeking financial help to bring their 85-year-old grandfather home from Spain after he fell seriously ill on holiday. Jimmy Dott was hospitalized in Alicante after experiencing medical complications during his trip. Facing mounting costs, his family has launched a GoFundMe campaign to cover the expenses of a 30-hour ambulance journey back to Glasgow, Scotland. They emphasize the importance of having their grandfather in a hospital familiar to them, where language barriers won't pose a challenge. The family is aiming to raise £15,000 to make this possible and is deeply grateful for any contribution.
A Glasgow family is appealing for help to bring their grandfather home after he fell seriously ill on holiday in Spain. 85-year-old Jimmy Dott was enjoying the second day of his Benidorm trip when he became unwell and was rushed to a private hospital on January 18. His family was forced to transfer him to a public hospital in Alicante as they could no longer afford the escalating costs. Mr. Dott has now been diagnosed with sepsis and potential spinal damage from the infection.
His family is desperate to bring him home to a hospital in Glasgow where there will be no language barrier and they can ensure he receives the right care. They have set up a GoFundMe fundraiser to cover the costs of the 30-hour journey back to Scotland. The fundraiser, which has so far raised £4,550 of the £15,000 target, details the family's situation and the need for financial assistance. The appeal states that Mr. Dott is a proud man and will likely want to discuss this situation further when he is feeling better, but the family is focused on his health and well-being. They have found an equipped ambulance service to transport Mr. Dott and his wife back to Glasgow, providing medical care during the long journey. The family is deeply grateful for any help offered during this stressful time. The Bristol Bar in Dennistoun, where Mr. Dott is a regular, shared the appeal on social media, asking for support to get their 'long-term and favourite regular' back home to continue his treatment. Anyone wishing to donate can do so through the GoFundMe link provided.
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