A man who had been cared for by his mother his entire life was overcome with emotion when he received a wheelchair for the first time.
Vrede, South Africa (17 September 2024) – After 32 long and trying years, a man was finally able to experience a newfound sense of freedom and being able to move around, thanks to a generous donation from Boikanyo the Dion Herson Foundation.
After years of being carried by his mother, the life of a young man at a disability centre in Vrede was made easier when he received a new wheelchair.
His mother had carried him on her back for years until the life-changing donation was made to the family last week, bringing much-needed aid, mobility, peace of mind and an overwhelming joy!
“When we wheeled a brand new wheelchair towards him, his reaction was unforgettable!
“He started laughing, shaking, and clapping his hands in disbelief and joy as it was something he had been denied his whole life,” the organisation shared.
A wheelchair may seem like a small thing, but such priceless moments just go to show how it can have a profound impact on someone’s life. The genuine joy of this young man is enough to move anyone to tears!
Boikanyo DHF is a non-profit organisation working with households in impoverished communities.
The NPO takes specialised wheelchairs to children with cerebral palsy (brain-damaged) in deep rural South Africa who are desperate for wheelchairs.
They also work in informal communities in Soweto, assisting where needed and tirelessly working to touch the lives of those who have been overlooked or forgotten in society.
To learn more about how they are making a difference visit https://boikanyo.org.za.
Sources: Boikanyo the Dion Herson Foundation
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