Vanny is a 60-year-old grandmother with two daughters, three sons, and many grandchildren. Vanny’s husband used to work as a policeman, and now he is a tuk tuk driver. At home, Vanny enjoys cooking delicious meals for her family and listening to the monks pray on the radio.
Two years ago, Vanny developed a cataract in her right eye, which has caused her to experience photophobia, blurry vision, and tearing. As a result, she has difficulty seeing things clearly, recognizing faces, and going anywhere outside.
When Vanny learned about our medical partner, Children’s Surgical Centre (CSC), she traveled there her husband seeking treatment. On March 9th, doctors will perform a phacoemulsification cataract surgery and implant an intraocular lens in her right eye. After recovery, she will be able to see clearly. Now, she needs help to fund this $229 procedure.
Vanny shared, “I hope after surgery my eye can see better so I can get around easily and help my children take care of their families.”