Sombo is a 76-year-old woman from Cambodia. She is married and has three sons, five daughters, and 11 grandchildren. In her free time, Sombo likes to listen to the monks pray at the pagoda and participate in ceremonies.
About two years ago, Sombo developed a cataract in each eye, which has caused her to experience blurred vision, tearing, and cloudy lenses. As a result, it is difficult for her to see things clearly, recognize faces, go anywhere by herself, and do any work.
Our medical partner, Children’s Surgical Centre, is requesting $398 to fund small incision cataract surgery and an intraocular lens implant for each of Sombo’s eyes. The surgery is scheduled to take place on July 10 and, once completed, will hopefully restore Sombo’s vision to its former state and allow her to live more comfortably.