Marlin Noel Amaya | Honduras

UPDATE

We would like to thank all of the volunteers who donated to Marlin. Dra. Rosario Giron, CHE and Patient Referral manager, was able to visit Marlin and hand him the diapers, ensure, acetaminophen, and vitamins.

Background

AGE: 7 years
COMMUNITY: Los Almendro, Potrerillos, Teupasenti
DIAGNOSTIC: Cerebral Palsy

Marlin Noel was born in the public hospital in Danlí. His mother only went to a few check-ups at the health center in Potrerillos during the pregnancy, but remembers the birth being a normal procedure. When Marlin was first born he was a healthy child, but at 8 months old his mom noticed that he barely moved and couldn’t sit up by himself as a normal 6 month old baby would be able to do. At this time, Marlin’s mom decided to take him to the doctor where they diagnosed him with cerebral palsy. Receiving this news was hard for the family; nevertheless, they took great care of Marlin and took him to many stimulation therapy sessions. We first met Marlin during a Medical Brigade where his mom requested diapers and milk (pediasure). These are items that he needs all day and due to limited economic resources she is not able to purchase these items for Marlin as frequently as is needed.

Next Steps

We are raising money to provide Marlin and his family with much needed diapers and pediasure.

Call to Action

Please help us support Marlin and his family!