Meet Caleb, an optimistic 20-year-old man from Kenya. “Caleb is the fifth born in a family of six, his parents are small-scale maize farmers,” our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare Foundation (AMHF) tells us.
Caleb has electrical burns to his right hand and leg. “Caleb was electrocuted as he tried to help people trapped in a fallen truck,” shares AMHF.
“Caleb has been unable to do any physical or economic activity because of the wounds,” AMHF describes. “He is unable to use his right hand and some of his wounds still need dressing. Caleb has been confined to his home and is dependent on his parents for sustenance.” He must also use a walking aid wherever he goes.
“Caleb was about to leave for the city to begin making a living for himself as a casual laborer before the accident,” says AMHF. His family has contributed to pay for his four previous surgeries, but are unable to cover more medical expenses.
$940 covers the cost of debridement surgery to remove dead tissue from the wound and for skin grafts to repair the affected areas.
“We expect after a debridement and skin grafting, Caleb’s mobility will improve,” AMHF tells us. “His wounds will also heal and his road to recovery will be much easier. Eventually, Caleb will be able to work and provide for himself.”