January 4, 2022
Ra is a 66-year-old mother of two with one son, one daughter, and five grandchildren. Ra lives with her daughter, who is a garment worker. She also enjoys visiting the pagoda to join in the ceremonies.
Two years ago, Ra developed a cataract in her right eye, causing her itchiness, tearing, and blurry vision. She has difficulty seeing things clearly, recognizing faces, and going outside.
When Ra learned about our medical partner, Children’s Surgical Centre (CSC), she traveled for four and a half hours seeking treatment. On January 4th, doctors will perform cataract surgery and an intraocular lens implant in her right eye. After recovery, she will be able to see clearly. CSC is requesting $229 to fund this procedure.
Ra shared, “I hope after surgery my eye can see better. I want to walk by myself easily and help to look after my grandchildren.”
Ra is a 66-year-old mother of two with one son, one daughter, and five grandchildren. Ra lives with her daughter, who is a garment worker. S...
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February 9, 2022
Ra underwent sight-restoring cataract surgery.
Our medical partner, Children’s Surgical Centre, has shared that Ra’s cataract surgery was a success! As her eye has healed, her vision has improved, and she’s already feeling more independent. Ra looks forward to returning to the pagoda to cook for the monks, and to taking walks outside without her fear of falling.
Ra said: “I am relieved that I am not blind in my eye anymore. I can see the faces of my grandchildren clearly, and walk them to school every day. I feel so happy to be outside again and not need help to walk. Thank you to everyone who helped me to have this surgery so I can enjoy my family in my remaining years.”
Our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, has shared that Ra's cataract surgery was a success! As her eye has healed, her vision has ...
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