Hameeda* is a sixty-five year old woman whose family comprises of eleven members. Her husband and son work as farmers to support the family. With their meagre income, they are unable to make ends meet.

In 2019, Hameeda* realized that she could no longer see during the day. Her eyesight deteriorated to an extent where she needed someone’s support to go to the toilet. It saddened her as she was confined to a room and could not perform activities independently. What she missed most was to go outdoors and breathe the fresh air. She was aware that they could not afford surgery and was therefore suffering silently. Until, one day, her son came running with joy to her with a pamphlet in his hand. He was full of hope for his mother. The pamphlet contained details of a free of charge Surgical Eye Camp.

He took her on his bike and they travelled 16 km to the camp site where she was operated for Cataract. When her bandage was removed, the first thing she told our team “I’ll be able to see my daughter in law, thank you for restoring my sight.”

Hameeda’s life has resumed to normal. She is now able to see everything and intends on assisting in the family income by working in the field.