Hollylight is a friendly, talkative, and playful girl from Tanzania. She is the only child to her mother. Hollylight’s mother sells samosa to earn a living and together they live in a rented house. Her father abandoned them when the mother was 8 months pregnant. Hollylight walks with difficulty and pain due to her legs curving outwards. She has struggled with the condition since she started walking at 14 months.
Her mother desired to take her to the hospital but due to limited income, she was not able to. She hoped that the child’s movement would improve with time. However, she continues to struggle with the condition. Hollylight’s mother was referred to our facility by her friends and upon review, the child was diagnosed with bilateral genu valgus. She requires surgery to correct the condition and help the child walk with ease. The family appeals for financial assistance to help the child receive the surgery.
Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $838 to fund corrective surgery for Hollylight. The procedure is scheduled to take place on December 4th. Treatment will hopefully restore Hollylight’s mobility, allow her to participate in a variety of activities, and greatly decrease her risk of future complications.
Hollylight’s mother says, “Please help correct my daughter’s legs so that she can walk well without being discriminated.”