COSTA RICA – Yuleisi, a 24-year-old single mother from Costa Rica, faced a daily struggle that impacted every aspect of her life. Diagnosed with Pterygium, an eye condition that caused blurred vision, burning, and irritation, Yuleisi’s ability to work and care for her children was severely compromised. Headaches, dizziness, and constant discomfort made it difficult for her to perform simple tasks and provide for her family.
As the sole breadwinner, she worried every day about how she could continue working with her part-time job. Meanwhile, affording the surgery she desperately needed seemed impossible. “I get a lot of headaches. I get dizzy, especially when I’m exerting myself or when sweat gets in my eyes,” Yuleisi said. She knew that without the surgery, her future—and the future of her children—remained uncertain. “I don’t have enough money. It is a very expensive surgery. I work very few days. Sometimes I buy less food, thinking of saving it for the surgery.”
But thanks to the incredible generosity of Operation Blessing and partners like you, Yuleisi’s life was changed forever. Through your support, Operation Blessing, in collaboration with a medical partner, was able to donate the surgery Yuleisi needed. The surgery not only restored her vision but also restored her hope for the future. “Now I feel more peaceful and stronger. My vision is no longer blurry. I see well, and my eyes are clear. I don’t have red eyes like before,” Yuleisi said gratefully.
She now looks ahead with confidence, believing that better opportunities are within reach. “At some point, I can find something better, something stable, so I can continue studying. I want my children to continue studying. I feel more self-confident, and that I can achieve great things.”
To all our Operation Blessing partners who made this possible, we thank you. Your generosity has brought light into Yuleisi’s life and given her the chance to create a better future for herself and her children. Watch Yuleisi’s inspiring story and see firsthand how partners like you are making a profound difference in the lives of families in need. Together, we can continue to bring hope, healing, and new opportunities to those who need it most.
