Kan is an 85-year-old retired rice farmer from Cambodia. She has one daughter, four sons, and nine grandchildren. Sadly, her husband passed away many years ago. Kan now lives with her eldest daughter, who is a farmer. In her free time, she likes to listen to the monks pray on the radio.
One year ago, Kan developed a cataract in her right eye, causing her sensitivity to light, tearing, and blurry vision. She has difficulty seeing things clearly, including colors and faces, and is worried about falling when walking, so she is not able to go places on her own.
When Kan learned about our medical partner, Children’s Surgical Centre, she traveled for three and a half hours seeking treatment. On November 16th, doctors will perform a phacoemulsification cataract surgery, and an intraocular lens implant in her right eye. After recovery, she will be able to see clearly. Now, she needs help raising $253 to fund her procedure and care.
Kan shared, “I hope I can see clearly so I can visit my village pagoda by myself.”