Som Orn is a 53-year-old rice farmer. She shared that her husband passed away ten years ago due to liver cancer. Som Orn has three sons, three daughters, and two grandchildren. Her children all work in construction, and she works in the rice fields. At home, Som Orn likes to listen to the news on the radio. Five years ago, Som Orn developed a cataract in her left eye, causing her photophobia, tearing, and blurry vision. As a result, she has difficulty seeing things clearly, including colors and faces, and is worried about falling when walking, so she cannot go out on her own. When Som Orn learned about our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre (CSC), she traveled for six and a half hours seeking treatment. On February 7th, doctors will perform cataract surgery and an intraocular lens implant in her left eye. After recovery, she will be able to see clearly again. Now, she needs help to fund this $253 procedure. Som Orn said: "After surgery, I hope I will see better. I can plant rice or find a job to earn money to support my family."

Neap is a 75-year-old retired rice farmer, mother, and grandmother. She has two sons, seven daughters, and twenty grandchildren. After her husband passed away, Neap moved in with one of her daughters, who supports them by working as a rice farmer. In her free time, she enjoys listening to the radio and visiting her local pagoda. About a year ago, Neap developed a cataract in her left eye, causing itchiness, tearing, and blurry vision. She has difficulty seeing things clearly, including colors and faces, and is worried about falling when walking, thus is unable to travel on her own. When Neap learned about our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, she traveled for four hours to seek treatment. On March 7th, doctors will perform a small incision cataract surgery and implant an intraocular lens in her left eye. After recovery, she will be able to see clearly. Now, she needs help to fund this $253 procedure. Neap said, "After surgery I want to see more clearly so I can take care of my family."

Robert is a 37-year-old carpenter. He is a humble, disciplined, and kind gentleman, and the third-born in a family of four brothers. He remained in school for as long as he could but had to drop out due to rising tuition. Robert recently got married. His wife is a hairdresser and he works as a carpenter on a commission basis. While they both work very hard, their combined income is still low. Over a year ago, Robert started to have swelling in his left leg. The swelling causes him to experience piercing pain and paralysis, which hinders his ability to work. Although he had not sought medical treatment before, he decided to see a doctor when the symptoms became severe. Robert traveled to African Mission Healthcare (AMH), our medical partner's care center to receive treatment. Fortunately, surgeons at AMH are able to help, and surgery to remove Robert's mass is scheduled for April 13th. Now, Robert needs help to raise $137 to fund this procedure. Robert says “I hope I will get healed, walk well, and will be able to resume my activities in good health.”