Chhet is a rice farmer with two sons, four daughters, and 17 grandchildren. Chhet lives with her husband and their eldest daughter. At home Chhet enjoys listening to the monks praying and the news on the radio.
Four years ago, Chhet developed a cataract in her left eye, causing her photophobia, tearing, and blurry vision. She has difficulty seeing things clearly, recognizing faces, and going anywhere outside.
When Chhet learned about our medical partner, Children’s Surgical Centre, she traveled for two hours seeking treatment. On June 22nd, doctors will perform a phacoemulsification cataract surgery and an intraocular lens implant in her left eye. After recovery, she will be able to see clearly. Now, she needs help to fund this $229 procedure.
Chhet would like to help out at her house and be independent again, “I hope after surgery my eye can see clearly. I want to see my relatives and can go outside on my own. I plan to help take care of my grandchildren and myself better after surgery, as well as help my daughter cook and plant crops around the house.”