Lazaro

Lazaro has been with the albergue for nearly 4 years. He had spinal meningitis that was neglected when he was young and, therefore, he needs assistance with every part of life. He uses his wheel chair the majority of time, but can not control it himself. He can walk slowly with help (and there are tons of kids and workers who love to help Lazaro!) We have been concerned for Lazaro and desired to have professionals around him who have experience working with handicapped children. Our workers have done an amazing job with Lazaro, but he needs daily therapy and programs especially for him. After much searching and consideration, we arranged for Lazaro to be transferred to an orphanage south of Lima. This is a special place out in the country where the workers specialize in working with children who have disabilities. It was hard for the boys, who have lived with him for so long, to say goodbye to Lazaro. Deisy (a worker) has spent every day for 4 years assisting with Lazaro and there were many tears shed over his departure. However, Lazaro is in a place that is beautiful and his quality of life will improve day by day. Deivis, Franklin, Jhonaton and Lazaro
Lazaro smiles!
Yulissa, Lazaro and Deisy