MARY NDUURU

In Isiolo, 64-year-old Mary Ndoru has found hope and stability through the support of Mama Ibado Charity. Her journey, marked by hardship and determination, began long ago when illness left her weak and unable to care for herself. There was a time she would just walk along the road, lost and unsure of where she was going. No one would help her up, and her hands and legs could no longer lift her. The only way she could get up was if someone picked her, and she was unable to do anything on her own.

Life was especially difficult because Mary had no consistent support system. Each day felt like a struggle, with the simplest tasks becoming impossible. Her illness isolated her, leaving her dependent on the goodwill of strangers, which rarely came. Watching her mother suffer deeply affected Carol Kendi, Mary’s daughter, who often feared she might lose her mother.

Mary’s life began to change when she met Mama Ibado Charity. The organization added her as a beneficiary and started providing monthly food supplies. For the past seven years, this support has been a constant lifeline, ensuring she does not have to worry about where her next meal will come from. Beyond food, the charity provided Mary with social health insurance. With her health card, she can visit the hospital whenever she needs medical attention and receive the medication that her body depends on.

The support has transformed not only Mary’s health but also the quality of life for Carol, who has been able to focus on supporting her mother emotionally and spiritually. They no longer live in constant fear of illness or hunger. The consistent care and attention provided by Mama Ibado Charity have restored a sense of stability to their lives.

For Carol and Mary, the impact of Mama Ibado Charity goes beyond physical assistance. It has been a source of hope, dignity, and reassurance that someone cares deeply about their well-being. “We want to say thank you to Mama Ibado Charity because they have really helped us,” Carol says. “They help us with food and healthcare as well, and we are very grateful to God.”

Today, Mary’s days are filled with small joys that were once impossible. She receives her medication, eats regularly, and even finds moments of laughter with her daughter. The charity’s intervention has given her a chance to live her life with renewed strength and optimism, a reminder that even the smallest acts of support can transform a life.