HELP IRAQI CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES

IRAQI CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES Nov 2022

Because most children with disbilities in Iraq are not seen by a doctor and are not diagnosed, most of them live lives of isolation in which no one understands them or their disability. After we realized this, we partnered with two specialized centers who provide evaluations, diagnoses and support to our children. In addition, two private pharmacies support this project and provide medicine and vitamins at a significant discount.

Two of our staff members manage this project. Our seven volunteers have done a fantastic job supporting this project. They work tirelessly and patiently with the children, their families and our partner organizations to ensure that the children are being provided with the very best care and support possible.

So far, in 2022  ICHOPE has served 23 children with issues of mental health, speech disorders, mind atrophy, Autism and physical disabilities. Twelve of the 23 children received excellent grades, six received good grades, and five received average grades in their evaluations over the last months.

ICHOPE received a certificate of appreciation from one of the specialized centers for sponsoring and supporting these children. Our project has shown a significant impact on these children and their families, and we hope to receive more support from donors so we can expand that project to support more children.

Case:  Ahmed, a nine year old boy, happily graduated from the specialized center. He successfully completed all  of the sessions the doctor required for him, and his family was thrilled. His mother thanked the staff and appreciated everything they had done to improve Ali’s life. She said to the ICHOPE manager, "We could not do it without you; your financial and emotional support were more than we can ask for. We just pray that God will reward everyone who helped me see my son getting better with his disabilities.”