My name is Matilda, a 60-year-old single mother of 5 children. Three years ago, I found solace in my faith and became a disciple. Life took an unexpected turn when my ex-husband sold our marital home without my knowledge and left. I then relocated to Lusaka to live with my second-born daughter, hoping to start anew. About two years ago, I began experiencing excruciating back and neck pain, often waking up with a numb left arm and left leg. After seeking medical help at a government hospital, I was diagnosed in May with Cervical spondylosis, a condition in which two spinal discs in my neck have severely degenerated. The recommended solution is surgery, which comes with a hefty price tag of USD 7,000. On top of that, the medication I need costs 200 USD per month and is crucial for regenerating the cells in my body, a treatment I'm supposed to undergo for 8-12 months. My days are filled with constant pain, making it difficult for me to sleep or even perform simple tasks. I am reaching out for any assistance that would help alleviate the financial burden of both the surgery and ongoing medication. Your support would mean the world to me.
Request $1,000
