In Ukraine, parents of children with special needs are encouraged to hand their children over to state care. They are told their children are a burden on society. Children are sent to institutions where they are subjected to abuse and neglect. There is minimal support available to parents who fight to keep their children with them. Maya's Hope wants to help relieve some of the burden on these amazing parents and assist in keeping children with their families, where they belong.
"Hello, my name is Irina. I have two children, the smaller - the special daughter, has cerebral palsy, spastic tetraparesis, intestinal paresis and scoliosis. Her name is Elizabeth. She is 8 years and has had a nasogastric feeding tube since birth. She has a very low weight, only 13 kg (28 pounds). Special formula is extremely necessary, it helps to support the immune system and for our Elizabeth to gain precious grams.
I will be very grateful to you for such support, as it is extremely expensive to buy such food. May the Lord's mercy and grace be upon you, and I thank you for your work and be very grateful and happy for your help."
With your help Maya's Hope has been supporting Elizabeth for the last 4 months. In that time she has gained 2 kgs (over 4 pounds), she now weighs 15kg (33 pounds)!!
Can you help us provide Elizabeth with formula and diapers for the next 3 months?
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