October 29, 2021
Chhay is a 76-year-old rice farmer who is married and has one son, one daughter, and one grandson. Chhay lives with his wife and his children, who are garment workers. In his free time, Chhay likes to listen to the monks pray and the news on the radio.
One year ago, Chhay developed a cataract in his right eye, causing him sensitivity to light and blurry vision. When Chhay learned about our medical partner, Children’s Surgical Centre, he traveled across the country for seven hours seeking treatment. On October 29th, doctors will perform a phacoemulsification cataract surgery and 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.
Chhay shared, “I hope after surgery my eye can see clearly again so I can see my grandson’s face well and can go to the pagoda with my wife.”
Chhay is a 76-year-old rice farmer who is married and has one son, one daughter, and one grandson. Chhay lives with his wife and his childre...
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January 5, 2022
Chhay underwent cataract surgery to improve his vision.
It was hard for Chhay to imagine he would have poor vision for the rest of his life. He took the recommendation of his niece and traveled to CSC for eye surgery. Chhay has a successful surgery and after a brief period of rest, he will return to his province to recover. Chhay is excited to have better eyesight, as he will be able to return to growing crops to support and feed his family.
Chhay’s wife said: “We are grateful to the donors who supported Chhay to have this surgery. He can recognize family faces, go outside, and plant crops around the house to make money. He can be more independent and feels good about himself again.”
It was hard for Chhay to imagine he would have poor vision for the rest of his life. He took the recommendation of his niece and traveled to...
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