Lon is a 56-year-old cashew farm worker. He has five sons and three grandchildren, and they all live together. His wife and all of his sons are workers at the farm as well. Lon only has one functioning eye; his left eye was eviscerated due to trauma five years ago. When he has time, he likes to listen to the news on the radio.
One year ago, Lon developed a cataract in his right eye, causing him blurred vision, trouble seeing in dim or bright lights, tearing and itching. He has difficulty seeing things clearly, recognizing faces, and going anywhere outside.
When Lon learned about our medical partner, Children’s Surgical Centre, he traveled for a rough five-hour ride with his wife seeking treatment. On February 3rd, doctors will perform a phacoemulsification cataract surgery and place an intraocular lens implant in his right eye. After recovery, he will be able to see clearly. Now, he needs help to fund this $229 procedure.
Lon shared, “I have only one eye now, so I want this eye to see clearly to help my wife earn money to support my family.”