Fred is a jovial 10-year-old student. Our medical partner met Fred at the Cure Hospital Mobile Clinic in Nyeri - a non-stop 4-hour drive from the AIC Cure International Hospital in Kijabe, Kenya. Fred was brought to the clinic by two women who are his guardians and shared more about his story:
Fred’s guardians met him at Karatina market where they work. Fred was in a wheelchair begging for money from the passersbys in the market. They realized Fred had come from Tanzania (a neighboring country) and was begging for money under the care of an unknown person who was using him to make money.
The guardians rescued the boy and took him to their home. They reported this to the local authorities including the area chief and the police station. They also enrolled Fred in a nearby school after they realized that despite the physical challenges, Fred is very bright and could perform well in school.
Fred has clubfoot of both feet. Clubfoot is a condition in which the foot is twisted out of shape. This causes difficulty walking and even wearing shoes.
Fortunately, Fred has now traveled to visit our medical partner’s care center, AIC Cure International Hospital. There, surgeons will perform clubfoot repair surgery. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare (AMH), is requesting $1,286 to fund Fred’s clubfoot repair. This treatment will be of great impact to Fred because he will be able to put on shoes and walk well. His community is hopeful that Fred’s self-esteem will improve and he will be able to continue with his education and achieve great things in the future.
“We are just but well-wishers looking forward to doing God’s work. We would appreciate if you assist this young soul who has a bright future,” Fred’s guardians told us.