So, an emotional roller-coaster today with young Moses Tivane. Moses was born at 10 months. He was incubated for 3 days before his mom Clara actually got to hold him. At 6 months he went back to hospital after being continuously ill and remained there for 3 months. After Moses failed to reach some of the regular age related milestones Clara realised that there were problems that needed addressing, but with a limited income, and as a single mom, she is not able to help her son financially at all. State hospitals are limited so there is no solution for her there.
This is where the PWT decided to step in and assist. Today we took young Moses to an Orthopedic Specialist who advised that Moses has cerebral palsy. There is no cure, but there is hope! The Doc sent us to the Orthotics department. After checking Moses out we were told he can get splints, a walker and other aid to assist him to walk.
It’s probably going to take 4 to 5 years to correct Moses’s feet to the point that he can walk quite normally. But Moses is very determined at 4 years, and he has a strong character. He is determined to be gis own person, which I really love about him!
Orthotic costs are quite hectic, so i am appealing to anyone that is keen to assist us with the bills. The splints will cost approximately R5,000.00 each and he will need 2. Then a walker to aid him to keep his balance. Splints will need to be redone every year to accommodate his growth. These costs are impossible for Clara. It is a lot of money for anyone, but the alternative is that Moses will be handicapped for his entire life which would be heartbreaking when this can be corrected.
The Pilanesberg Wildlife Trust is committed to supporting communities surrounding the Park. This is our way of giving back to the people living on the boundaries. And community projects are a part of our mandate. Please donate with reference ‘Moses’ on our website ‘donate’ button at www.pilanesbergwildlifetrust.co.za if your keen to help!
Thank you.
