“Pollock’s family situation is complex, as her father left shortly after her birth. Her mother later remarried a tailor, but the family still lives in very precarious conditions. They live in a tiny one-room house by the roadside, surrounded by open drains.
Adding to these hardships is Pollock’s disability. She was born with cerebral palsy affecting both of her legs. When we first found her, she was unable to walk — she could only sit and crawl. Because of her condition, she was also unable to control her bodily functions, requiring special attention to her personal hygiene.
When she arrived at our Ashaneer home in 2019 at the age of six, she began daily physiotherapy sessions at our specialized school. Over time, thanks to her courage and determination, her condition gradually improved. Today, with the help of braces and crutches, she is able to stand and walk independently.
Having reached this milestone, she was able to join a public school and pursue a normal education like any other girl her age. She is a brilliant student who is always eager to learn new things. Whenever a volunteer comes to visit her, she immediately asks for English lessons so she can continue improving.
One can only imagine the challenges she faces every day because of her disability, yet this never prevents her from being incredibly kind — and above all, from wearing the constant smile that never leaves her face.
Pollock is currently in Class 6 (equivalent to sixth grade). She is very talkative, but also gentle and thoughtful in the way she expresses herself. Her journey is not over: she continues to attend physiotherapy sessions, and we hope her condition will continue to improve further.”
