Thoeun is a 59-year-old farmer who together with her husband has two daughters, three sons, and many grandchildren. All of her children work as farmers. Due to her vision, she does not work in the rice fields anymore. At home, she likes to listen to the news and the monks praying on the radio. One year ago, Thoeun developed a cataract in her right eye causing her difficulty seeing in bright or low lighting and occasional tearing. She has difficulty seeing things clearly, recognizing faces, and going anywhere outside. When Thoeun learned about our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, she traveled for three and a half hours seeking treatment. On September 16th, doctors will perform phacoemulsification cataract surgery and 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. Thoeun shared, "I hope I can see clearly again, I want to go back to helping my husband in the field and planting vegetables to sell."

Sochan is a 36-year-old delivery driver. However, for six months, Sochan has not been able to work at the transportation company because of his poor vision due to a cataract. In Sochan's free time, he enjoys feeding fish and playing football with his friends. He is married, and his wife is a garment worker. One year ago, Sochan developed a cataract in his left eye, causing him blurry vision and photophobia. He has difficulty seeing things clearly, recognizing faces, and going anywhere outside. When Sochan learned about our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, he traveled there with his wife seeking treatment. On July 16th, doctors will perform a cataract surgery and a lens implant in his left eye. After recovery, he will be able to see clearly. Now, he needs help to fund this $229 procedure. Sochan shares what this surgery means for him, "I hope I can see clearly again after surgery. I want to drive well so I can go back to work and earn money for my family."

Touch is a 69-year-old mother of seven. She's a widow and has three sons, four daughters, and now thirteen grandchildren. She used to work as a cleaner before she retired and she lives with her youngest daughter who is a garment worker. When she is not chasing after her grandchildren, she likes to listen to the monks pray on the radio or visit the local pagoda. One year ago, Touch developed a cataract in her right eye causing her blurry vision and difficulty seeing in bright or low light. She has difficulty seeing things clearly, recognizing faces, and going anywhere outside. When Touch learned about our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, she traveled for three and a half hours seeking treatment. On September 20th, doctors will perform a small incision cataract surgery and 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. Touch shared, "I hope after surgery my eye can see better. I want to go outside, see all my relatives and do housework well."