by Operation Blessing Philippines | Nov 29, 2018 | Healthcare, Stories
For almost two years now, life for 71-year-old Oscar meant never leaving the confines of his makeshift house. His body has suffered from multiple problems in the past and it just came to a point that his legs are so weak he can no longer stand. LIMITED. Oscar can no...
by Operation Blessing Philippines | Nov 23, 2018 | Healthcare, Stories
Janeth is a sweet 11-year old girl from Camalig, Albay who has cerebral palsy. She has been living with her grandmother, Lola Vacion, 64, for eight years now. LIVING TOGETHER – Lola Vacion and Janeth live in a peaceful and humble home in Camalig, Albay “When...
by Operation Blessing Philippines | Aug 25, 2015 | Healthcare, Stories
Written By Neyzielle Ronnicque Cadiz, Volunteer Writer, Operation Blessing Philippines Jessie Pornea, 21, received a gift that changed her life two days after her birthday – a gift of mobility. Jessie became confined in their home when she turned five because she grew...
by Operation Blessing Philippines | Jun 25, 2015 | Healthcare, Stories
Written By Matthan Emmanuel F. Osorio, Wheelchair Distribution Coordinator, Operation Blessing Philippines This is Vilma Salazar, a 53 year old woman who was born without lower limbs. For 23 years, she performed at the circus, starting as a small child in 1962 until...
by Operation Blessing Philippines | Jun 24, 2015 | Healthcare, Stories
Written By Tweela Praise, Volunteer Writer, Operation Blessing Philippines Without the work of the Lord in her life, she would have not found hope in a life that seemed to be meaningless and useless. A forty-seven year old woman who lives in Lupon, Davao Oriental,...