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.”