Marin is a 77-year-old mother of five from Cambodia. She has two daughters, three sons, and many grandchildren. She is proudly a former chief of district of her village. Her husband passed away 20 years ago and she now lives with her oldest daughter, who works in a rubber field. Marin enjoys listening to the news and the monks praying on the radio.
One year ago, Marin developed a cataract in her right eye, causing her blurry vision, irritation, and tearing. She has difficulty seeing things clearly, recognizing faces, and going anywhere outside.
When Marin learned about our medical partner, Children’s Surgical Centre, she traveled for four and a half hours with her daughter seeking treatment. On November 25th, doctors will perform a small incision cataract surgery and place an intraocular lens implant in her right eye. After recovery, she will be able to see clearly. Now, she needs help to fund this $229 procedure.
Marin shared, “After surgery I hope I can read books and look after my grandchildren well.”