Fortune's story is a solid testament to the power of community support. A reflection of the hope and relief that resurface when we come together to support those in need. A six-year-old girl, Fortune grappled with huge challenges, including health-related ones, consequent upon the poverty in her family. But thanks to the intervention of Helpster Charity, as enabled by the generosity of our donor community, her hopes have been restored, and now she has a better chance at life. Fortune's story is one of the many stories that demonstrate how your support is changing the lives of vulnerable children in underprivileged regions across Africa and Asia.
A Child’s Hope for a Better Tomorrow
Fortune lives with her grandmother in a small rural village in Kenya. Though her parents are alive, they are low-income earners who struggle to put food on the table, and frequently move from one village to another scouting for jobs. This is why Fortune now stays with her grandmother. Irrespective of these challenges, Fortune has great ambitions- one of them is to become a teacher one day.
However, despite her cheerful disposition, Fortune suddenly became ill. Her cheerfulness was replaced by sadness. For four days, she suffered from diarrhoea, vomiting, and a high-grade fever. Her condition worsened, as the vomiting became persistent. She lost so much weight and the condition endangered her life.
A Community in Need: Fortune’s Family
This is how Fortune’s grandmother describes their condition: “This is my matrimonial home, where I live with my husband, Fortune’s grandfather. Our son does not have a stable source of income and always has to move from one village or town to the next in search of some money. He normally goes with his wife. We found it wise to stay with Fortune here so that she does not have to change schools whenever her parents move. Our house, as you can see, is not connected to electricity. Watching TV or listening to the radio is a luxury. We occasionally watch TV to get to know what is happening in the country at the neighbor's house. We walk more than 30 minutes to the water source, a stream far down the village.”
The old woman, despite the heart-wrenching state of things, was dedicated to her granddaughter's well-being and education. She had heard of Helpster through community gatherings and from other beneficiaries. She consequently reached out for help. Helpster would become their lifeline.
How Helpster Charity Changed Fortune’s Life
A volunteer from Helpster assessed Fortune's condition and facilitated medical treatment immediately. The diagnosis showed malaria and gastroenteritis, two serious conditions that required urgent care.
Fortune was treated, thanks to the support of donors who came through for her and her family. She got the medication she needed and her health began to improve. Within a short time, she returned to school.
The Power of Giving: A Life Restored
Fortune's recovery was a miracle. Our volunteer visited the family and found Fortune to be full of vitality. Hopes and joy had been restored. The grandmother was full of gratitude: “Long live Helpster superheroes, may you live long to help other needy children like Fortune.”
Your Support Makes a Difference
Fortune’s story is just one of the several stories of the impact that Helpster is creating in underserved communities across Kenya. Our mission is to ensure no child suffers or dies due to lack of financial means to access life-saving medicare. Low-resource families are unable to access essential healthcare. But by making a donation to Helpster, you can directly impact the lives of countless children like Fortune. Your support can enable them to live a healthier life, and get liberated from poverty. Your generosity makes a tangible impact, and you can track this impact in real-time. Join Helpster in empowering families and communities to become better.
When you donate to these vulnerable children in Kenya, you're giving them the opportunity to thrive. Our mission in Kenya is that of hope, and we're saving lives, including those of orphans.
Conclusion
Fortune's narrative exemplifies the power of medical charity and community support. Fortune and other children have dreams. With your support, we can ensure they achieve those dreams and live a prosperous life.
Join Helpster in its global movement of bringing hope and health to the children of Kenya. To support this cause, donate here and become a Helpster Hero!- Case ID: 1203
- Name: Fortune Nabuyaya
- Age: 6y.o.
- Diagnosis: Malaria with gastroenteritis
- Residence: Makunda, Bokoli
- Cost: 80 USD
- Hospital: Bokoli Subcounty Hospital, Bungoma
- Poverty score: 140
- Urgency score: 20
- Admission date: 13.05.2024
- Volunteer: John Wanyam
A Child’s Hope for a Better Tomorrow
Fortune lives with her grandmother in a small rural village in Kenya. Though her parents are alive, they are low-income earners who struggle to put food on the table, and frequently move from one village to another scouting for jobs. This is why Fortune now stays with her grandmother. Irrespective of these challenges, Fortune has great ambitions- one of them is to become a teacher one day.
However, despite her cheerful disposition, Fortune suddenly became ill. Her cheerfulness was replaced by sadness. For four days, she suffered from diarrhoea, vomiting, and a high-grade fever. Her condition worsened, as the vomiting became persistent. She lost so much weight and the condition endangered her life.
A Community in Need: Fortune’s Family
This is how Fortune’s grandmother describes their condition: “This is my matrimonial home, where I live with my husband, Fortune’s grandfather. Our son does not have a stable source of income and always has to move from one village or town to the next in search of some money. He normally goes with his wife. We found it wise to stay with Fortune here so that she does not have to change schools whenever her parents move. Our house, as you can see, is not connected to electricity. Watching TV or listening to the radio is a luxury. We occasionally watch TV to get to know what is happening in the country at the neighbor's house. We walk more than 30 minutes to the water source, a stream far down the village.”
The old woman, despite the heart-wrenching state of things, was dedicated to her granddaughter's well-being and education. She had heard of Helpster through community gatherings and from other beneficiaries. She consequently reached out for help. Helpster would become their lifeline.
How Helpster Charity Changed Fortune’s Life
A volunteer from Helpster assessed Fortune's condition and facilitated medical treatment immediately. The diagnosis showed malaria and gastroenteritis, two serious conditions that required urgent care.
Fortune was treated, thanks to the support of donors who came through for her and her family. She got the medication she needed and her health began to improve. Within a short time, she returned to school.
The Power of Giving: A Life Restored
Fortune's recovery was a miracle. Our volunteer visited the family and found Fortune to be full of vitality. Hopes and joy had been restored. The grandmother was full of gratitude: “Long live Helpster superheroes, may you live long to help other needy children like Fortune.”
Your Support Makes a Difference
Fortune’s story is just one of the several stories of the impact that Helpster is creating in underserved communities across Kenya. Our mission is to ensure no child suffers or dies due to lack of financial means to access life-saving medicare. Low-resource families are unable to access essential healthcare. But by making a donation to Helpster, you can directly impact the lives of countless children like Fortune. Your support can enable them to live a healthier life, and get liberated from poverty. Your generosity makes a tangible impact, and you can track this impact in real-time. Join Helpster in empowering families and communities to become better.
When you donate to these vulnerable children in Kenya, you're giving them the opportunity to thrive. Our mission in Kenya is that of hope, and we're saving lives, including those of orphans.
Conclusion
Fortune's narrative exemplifies the power of medical charity and community support. Fortune and other children have dreams. With your support, we can ensure they achieve those dreams and live a prosperous life.
Join Helpster in its global movement of bringing hope and health to the children of Kenya. To support this cause, donate here and become a Helpster Hero!- Case ID: 1203
- Name: Fortune Nabuyaya
- Age: 6y.o.
- Diagnosis: Malaria with gastroenteritis
- Residence: Makunda, Bokoli
- Cost: 80 USD
- Hospital: Bokoli Subcounty Hospital, Bungoma
- Poverty score: 140
- Urgency score: 20
- Admission date: 13.05.2024
- Volunteer: John Wanyam
