Yohan's Blog : "A plea for the compassionate hearts"

01/05/2013

Dear All,

I am Yashodha Jayarathne, an ambitious and independent, 24 year old young woman, yet physically handicapped. I am writing this to seek financial assistant for my correctional surgery.

In 1997, I contracted Leukemia and I received treatments from Cancer Hospital – Sri Lanka, for about two years. In the midst of treatments for Leukemia I suffered paralysis of both legs and became wheelchair dependent.

In or around the year of 2001, I was diagnosed with right hip dislocation and in 2005 yet again with a spinal disorder known as kyphoscoliosis. In spite of these major physical impairments, I learnt to cope up with my day-to-day activities. However, spending years with numerous physical hardships gradually deteriorated my health condition and I started experiencing chronic pain and discomfort including breathing difficulties and trouble maintaining sitting and sleeping positions which has led to a life threatening condition. As a result, I resorted to local medical practitioners but found no favorable option.

Due to the progression of this condition, I consulted Dr. Sajan Hedge, an Indian doctor attached to Apollo Hospital – India. After closely examining my situation he decided that the abnormal curvature of my spine and dislocation of my hip could be corrected by way of performing two surgeries. And he replied along with the estimated cost amounting to Indian Rupees 1,700,000/- [Approximately LKR 4,500,000/- and USD 36,000/-].

This projected cost exceeds way beyond our financial capabilities. As we don’t have a fixed abode, we are living in a renting house. My father deserted us a long time back and he hardly maintains any connection with us. My youngest sister is still schooling and my mother has to incur expenses for her studies. We do not have other means of income apart from my mother’s monthly pension allowance.

I was destined to a hapless fate but life has taught me to move on. I wish to live my life to the fullest improving on my abilities thus surpassing my disabilities. With every passing day I feel more ambitious as I yearn to live a normal life I once used to live.

I herewith attach my medical reports and photographs indicating the sickness as proof for my critical condition. I would be grateful if you could lend me financial assistance in my humble endeavor to pursue my normal life. Even the smallest donation towards brightening my future will be greatly appreciated.

Thank you,

Yours faithfully,

Yashodha Jayarathne

Name in Full: Diyunugalge Yashodha Samindri Jayarathne

N.I.C. number: 888542027 V

Contact Numbers: +94775262396 / +94728571983

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