Heang is a 64-year-old rice farmer. She is single and has one sister, two brothers, and she lives with her niece, who is also a farmer. When not working on the farm, Heang likes to watch the news on television and listen to monks pray on the radio.
Things have become more challenging for Heang since two years ago when she started developing a cataract in her right eye, causing her sensitivity to light, tearing, and blurry vision. She has difficulty seeing things clearly, including colors and faces, and is worried about falling when walking, so she is not able to go places on her own.
When Heang learned about our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, she traveled for two and a half hours seeking treatment. On February 10th, 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.
Heang shared, "I hope after surgery I will see better from my right eye. I would like to help my niece plant rice and visit with my neighbors."