Thorn is a 70-year-old woman and now retired as a laborer. She has five siblings and lives with her niece who is a farmer. Thorn enjoys listening to the monks praying on the radio and at the pagoda when she is able to go.
One year ago, Thorn developed a cataract in her right eye, causing her photophobia, itchiness, tearing, and blurry vision. She has difficulty seeing, recognizing neighbors, and being independent.
When Thorn learned about our medical partner, Children’s Surgical Centre, she traveled for two hours with her niece seeking treatment. On January 5th, doctors will perform a small incision cataract surgery and an intraocular lens implant in her right eye. After recovery, she will be able to see clearly. Now, she needs help to fund this $229 procedure.
Thorn said, “I hope after surgery I can see well so I can help my niece plant crops to earn money and be able to spend more time caring for my family.”