May 4, 2022
Oeun is a 73-year-old retired rice farmer. She has two sons and four grandchildren. She lives alone near one of her sons since her husband passed away. Due to her poor vision, she stays at home and takes care of her grandchildren while her sons work. At home, she likes to cook for her grandchildren and listen to the monks pray on the radio.
Two years ago, Oeun developed a cataract in her left eye, causing her blurry vision and difficulty walking outside in bright lights.
When Oeun learned about our medical partner, Children’s Surgical Centre, she traveled for four and a half hours seeking treatment. On May 4th, doctors will perform a small incision cataract surgery, and an intraocular lens implant in her left eye. After recovery, she will be able to see clearly. Now, she needs help to fund this $253 procedure.
Oeun says, “I hope after surgery I can see again and go outside and take care of myself. I want to continue to take care of my grandchildren.”
Oeun is a 73-year-old retired rice farmer. She has two sons and four grandchildren. She lives alone near one of her sons since her husband p...
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October 18, 2022
Oeun underwent cataract surgery in her left eye.
Because Oeun lives alone, it was difficult for her to socialize and stay active when she could not see well. She took the advice of a neighbor and had successful surgery to repair her cataract. After her vision stabilizes, she will be able to go outside in bright or dim light without fear of injuring herself. This will change her quality of life because she can be more social and active in her community.
Oeun’s son said: “It is a relief that my mother’s vision will improve. She was sad at home by herself; now she can visit others more often and spend time with the grandchildren. Thank you for donating to fix my mother’s eyes. We are very grateful.”
Because Oeun lives alone, it was difficult for her to socialize and stay active when she could not see well. She took the advice of a neighb...
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