Trob is a 58-year-old woman with one son, three daughters, and seven grandchildren. She likes to do housework, take care of her grandchildren, and read books on Buddhism. Two years ago, Trob developed a cataract in each eye, causing her blurred vision and cloudy lenses. She has difficulty seeing things clearly, recognizing faces, reading, working, and going anywhere outside. When Trob learned about our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, she traveled for one hour seeking treatment. On November 22, doctors performed a phacoemulsification cataract surgery and an intraocular lens implant in each eye. After recovery, Trob will be able to see clearly again. Now, she needs help to fund this $292 procedure. "I hope that I can see everything more clearly," she says, "so that I can help my daughter do work at home...I also want to be able to read books about Buddhism and go to the pagoda and other places by myself easily."

Gemafel is a 35-year-old woman from the Philippines. She has six children, and her husband works as a laborer. She helps her husband support the family by cooking and selling snacks. Gemafel has been experiencing tightness around the neck, which causes her pain and difficulty breathing. She has been unable to work on the family farm. Despite her health concerns, her family could not afford to seek treatment. Fortunately, Gemafel learned about our medical partner, International Care Ministries. She underwent a biopsy and was diagnosed with a thyroid condition. On December 6, she will undergo thyroid surgery. Now, she needs help to fund this $1,289 procedure. After recovery, Gemafel plans to apply to jobs around town. "I would like to thank you,” says Gemafel. “This condition is a great burden to me and hinders me in doings things that I want to do. When I was informed of this great news, I was overwhelmed. I am praying that this will be a success, and I owe it to all of you."