Rosa is a 72-year-old woman from Guatemala. Three years ago, she fell and hit her head. The trauma caused a cataract to form in her right eye, severely limiting her vision. She saw black spots and was sensitive to the sun and bright lights, so leaving the house caused her extreme discomfort. Without treatment, she risked worsening vision and even blindness.
Rosa has two daughters. She lives alone and supports herself by washing clothes and selling ice from her house. She loves to embroider, but her impaired vision has made this activity difficult.
On October 8, Rosa underwent surgery with our medical partner, Wuqu’ Kawoq. This treatment should restore Rosa’s vision, and she will be able to embroider again. Now, she needs help to fund this $1,500 procedure.
“You all are angels for me because I have been praying for some way to get this surgery,” she says. “I am so happy now that my vision will improve and I will be able to continue with my favorite activities.”