This is little four-year-old Ashish from Nepal. He was born with a club foot and was recently diagnosed with cerebral palsy while undergoing treatment for an inguinal hernia. Cerebral palsy threatens Ashish’s ability to perform the most basic functions including speaking, standing, walking, feeding and toilet training. Because his condition was caught early, treatment has a much higher chance of impact.
Ashish is the youngest of four siblings and was born into an agricultural family. His parents’ farm is only able to provide two months income per year so Ashish’s father works as a mason and his mother as a manual laborer for the rest of the year. Ashish’s mother is hoping he can pursue an education after his treatment. Unlike other children with his condition, Ashish has an uncommon fascination with books.
For $1470, Ashish will receive surgery for his club foot, the physiotherapy he needs to prevent stiffening of his joints as well as the rehabilitation needed to learn basic life skills. Your donation will help Ashish get closer to joining his peers in school!