This is a truly sad story. Hui Lin was previously a bright and active 9 year old. She had a sudden onset of fever and loss of consciousness just before Chinese New Year. She was intubated and ventilated for several days in the intensive care unit of UMMC. Multiple investigations were done on her, including MRI on her brain which confirmed that she had Acute Necrotising Encephalitis (brain injury with very poor prognosis).
Hui Lin is now out of the critical period. Unfortunately, she has multiple complications: bed-ridden, tube feeding, and cognitive impairment (unable to communicate). Her diet consists of only Nutren Junior milk.
She depends fully on her mother and elder brother. Her mother had also recently underwent an operation and is still recovering from the operation.
The father, who is a self-employed wireman is now the sole breadwinner to support the family of 5. Hui Lin's elder sister who is 15 yrs old is still in school, while her 23-year old brother is a draughtsman (currently on unpaid leave to help care for Hui Lin). With a total household income of RM3,500 per month, of which almost RM3,000 goes to house rental & utilities, lorry (which is used for the father's work) instalment, the family is desperately seeking help to care for Hui Lin.
Hui Lin is expected to be discharged from the hospital in a couple of weeks, depending on her progress. Currently, she needs 1 tin of 800gm of Nutren Junior milk every 2 days, or 15 tins per month. The milk cost about RM60-65 per tin, which will cost the family about RM1,000 per month. She also needs diapers and wet wipes which cost almost RM300 per month.
We are seeking donation to help Hui Lin get the nutrients and care that she needs.
Every little bit helps ...
If you wish to help Hui Lin for the purchase of milk, diapers and wet wipes, you can deposit your donation (cash or cheque) into our account:
Account Name: Ti-Ratana Community Centre Penchala
CIMB Account No: 14660000259057
Please email your deposit slip to trccpenchala@gmail.com.
For any questions or further information, please contact June at 012-2409020 or 03-77849002.
On behalf of Hui Lin and her family, we would like to thank you for your kindness.
Posted by: Kim
Pictures courtesy of: Kim
