By Heather Barnes | Digital Content & Communications Manager
Little Cynthia, age seven, was transferred by the clubfoot clinic in Grand Gedeh County, Liberia. She was born with congenital deformities of her feet: her left foot was affected by clubfoot, and her
right foot has congenital amputation of the forefoot, with constriction of her calf muscle.
Until she was connected with miraclefeet's partner, FACORC, Cynthia had never been treated. As iscommon with disabled children, she's often the victim of bullying. Her mother, Mamie Doe lamented, “I can be embarrassed and disturbed when Cynthia’s friends in school are mocking and laughing at her.” Her mother was happy that she was transferred to Monrovia for treatment.
During treatment, Cynthia and her mother stay with relatives in Monrovia. FACORC is assisting with the costs of weekly transportation, and the hope is that with continued care, her condition will be corrected.
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