Vorn is a 56-year-old hardworking man. He and his wife are seasonal farmers. They have four sons who have all moved away and started families, but they still visit often. Vorn and his wife also have six grandchildren. When he is not working, he loves to visit his sons, see his grandchildren, go to restaurants with his friends and watch boxing matches on TV. Seven months ago, Vorn fell down a set of stairs and dislocated his right shoulder. He left the injury untreated for several months, and now his shoulder has become swollen, painful, and difficult to move. He traveled to visit our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre (CSC), where, on August 27th, doctors will perform a closed reduction to repair his shoulder. Once he has recovered, the swelling will go down and he will regain full mobility in his shoulder. He will be able to return to work comfortably. Now, he needs help raising $412 to fund the procedure. Vorn shared, "I hope that I can get back to my job and work without any pain, and help my family around the house. I also want to be able to pick my grandchildren up with out any problem."

Panha is a 64-year-old journalist. He has two sons, three daughters, and three grandchildren. Panha lives with his wife and their youngest daughter. Nowadays, Panha can not go to work because of his poor vision. He enjoys listening to the news from his phone. Three years ago, Panha developed a cataract in his right eye, causing him blurry vision, photophobia, and tearing. He has difficulty seeing things clearly, recognizing faces, and going anywhere outside. When Panha learned about our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, he traveled for two and a half hours seeking treatment. On September 1st, doctors will perform a phacoemulsification cataract surgery and will place an intraocular lens implant in his right eye. After recovery, he will be able to see clearly. Now, he needs help to fund this $229 procedure. Panha said, "I hope I can see clearly so I can work well, read, write, and drive my motorbike well."

Abel is elderly man who is married with nine children. His children are teachers and small business people and are all married, but unfortunately are not in a position to help fund their father's surgery. Abel and his wife are farmers and through hard work manage to raise enough income for their daily needs. Since 5 years ago, Abel has had a hydrocele, which is a swelling in a sensitive area. He experiences swelling with intermittent pain and discomfort. Abel struggles to walk or even work on the farm. He has undergone one hydrocelectomy surgery, but after a year, it appeared again. Abel was reviewed at our medical partner's care center Nyakibale Hospital and surgery was recommended. He appeals for financial support. Fortunately, on October 12th, Abel will undergo hydrocele repair surgery at our medical partner's care center. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare Foundation, is requesting $146 to fund Abel's surgery. Once completed, this procedure will enable him to live more comfortably and confidently. Abel says “I have had this problem for a long time and I really request your help over this burden. I would have had this treatment done but I don’t have the money.”