Faith Oramu…after receiving new artificial limb and children clothing from Bigboy Madzvivanzira
By Bigboy Madzivanzira
Faith Oramu’s life took a positive turn when she received a new artificial limb, courtesy of the Health Promotion Clinic Trust (HPCT) and Forester F Estate Manager, Mr. Wonder Matora. The mother of two had been struggling to walk with an old, worn-out limb, but is now beaming with joy.
‘I’m grateful to Mr Matora and HPCT,’ Faith said. ‘I can now move around and work for my children. The father of my children left me when the elder one was two years and now she is twelve. Without a leg made my life more difficult. Now I can work for my family.’
Brenda Phiri, a shopkeeper at Forester F, echoed Faith’s sentiments. ‘Yours is great work, HPCT,’ she said. ‘I’ve known Faith since she used to come buy at this shop, and the limb had worn out. She often complained of pain in the affected leg.’
HPCT’s commitment to supporting persons with disabilities is evident in their recent work. It is only last week when HPCT fitted another client in Madziva showing its commitment in supporting persons with disabilities in Community Based settings. Through its partners, HPCT also donated children’s clothing to Faith, further brightening her children’s lives.
However, HPCT lamented on their mobility challenges, relying on public transport due to lack of a vehicle. ‘There’s also a need to train more Community Based Rehabilitation Workers,’ HPCT noted. Faith, grateful for the support, has promised to donate a handset to HPCT, easing communication with the organisation. As HPCT, we are calling on organisations to partner with us in empowering persons with disabilities like Faith. ‘We want to support more individuals with income-generating projects, giving them the chance to thrive,’ he said.
About the Author
Bigboy Madzivanzira is a multi-faceted Medical Rehabilitation Practitioner and Health Promotion Practitioner working with Health Promotion Clinic Trust (HPCT), passionate about community development and empowering persons with disabilities. He can be contacted on 0773 367 913 or healthpromotionclinic@gmail.com.