“I want to be able to work so that I can provide for my husband,” 68-year-old Jane shares. A native of Kenya, Jane supports her spouse and their two youngest children by farming. However, she has not been able to work since December of 2016, when she fell and broke her left tibia and ankle.
Although a splint was applied to her leg after the accident, the injury continues to make it difficult for Jane to walk. As a result, she has had to rely on her husband and children to complete basic daily tasks.
Jane’s doctors have told her that in order for her leg to heal completely, she needs to undergo a surgical procedure known as an open reduction internal fixation. Doctors will reposition her bones and secure them with screws, plates, or other devices to ensure that the bones heal properly. Without treatment, Jane is at risk of arthritis and permanent disability.
Jane will undergo treatment on January 12. Jane’s family—including her six working-age children—have been able to raise $208 to contribute to the costs of her operation, hospital stay, and medications. They need our help raising an additional $1,451 to fully fund her healthcare.