My primary concern for some time has been finding better treatment for my leg condition. Although I am currently on medication and receive monthly checkups, I still feel the need for more advanced care at specialized hospitals to alleviate the constant pain I experience. My plan is to use the financial support I receive, along with assistance from my sons, to make this goal a reality. Achieving this treatment will restore my joy and hope, allowing me to finally break free from the sleepless nights I've been enduring. I also look forward to becoming more self-sufficient, enabling me to handle some tasks on my own once I am healed.

As I have reached an advanced age, I struggle with leg pain that makes it difficult for me to walk long distances. This pain also prevents me from doing housework, so I rely on my daughter-in-law, who has been taking care of me. When I receive my cash transfer, I typically use $20 for medication, as I need to take it daily and attend regular check-ups. This medication has been incredibly helpful because, with my children working casual jobs and my spouse having passed away years ago, I depend on external support. Although I haven't fully recovered, I am seeing slight improvements. The remaining $14 usually goes toward food. Our farms are extremely dry, and we haven’t been able to harvest anything in a long time, resulting in a persistent famine that is beyond our control. However, I am grateful for this support, as it allows me to eat daily, which has also helped improve my health.

In the coming year and beyond, my primary goal is to focus on my health, seeking the right medication and treatment so that I can fully recover. I want to regain my strength and energy, allowing me to return to my duties with renewed energy and dedication. This journey to recovery is not just about healing physically but also preparing myself mentally and emotionally for the future. I envision a future where I can pursue my dreams and ambitions without the constraints of health issues.

As a widow relying on my son, who takes on various casual jobs to support us, the last three transfers have been crucial in meeting our basic needs. With the first $30, I prioritized buying food to ensure we did not go hungry. This season has been particularly challenging due to poor rains, leaving us with no harvest. The transfers have truly been our lifeline during this tough period. Each meal we could afford brought us relief and hope, knowing we wouldn't have to face the discomforts of hunger despite the failed crops. In addition to securing our food supply, $82 from the transfers significantly impacted my health. I have a health condition that necessitates monthly clinic visits and medication. The funds allowed me to seek the necessary medical care, which I otherwise might have had to forgo due to financial constraints. Being able to attend my clinic checks and afford my medication has been a blessing. I am grateful to be on the path to recovery, and each visit to the clinic reassures me that better health is within reach. These transfers have not only sustained our physical well-being but have also given us hope and stability in otherwise uncertain times.

I am elderly, and I spend most of my time at home because I am suffering from hypertension. My current goal is to maintain my health. I rely on the monthly transfers to purchase my medications and make sure I always have a balanced diet. Thanks to these transfers, I am able to receive the necessary treatment without causing a financial burden on my sons, who were previously struggling to raise money for my medication. I am grateful for the assistance I receive.

Prior to joining the program, I faced difficulties meeting my medical expenses. This was due to a lack of the necessary support, which forced me to miss some important checkups and medical appointments also because of my poor financial status. I thus spent my most recent funds on paying for my medical expenses and buying food for myself. My age has brought about several complications, such as arthritis and hypertension, which require constant monitoring by my doctors who visit me at home. I am grateful that I always receive the necessary treatment that I need. With time, I hope to regain my health while still in the program. As advised by my doctors, I always maintain a balanced diet because of the transfers, which has helped me gain some physical strength.

My sole focus revolves around managing my medication and covering my medical expenses. With no one else to depend on, my lifeline is the monthly transfers I receive. As I've reached my senior years, I'm no longer able to work, which makes my monthly check-ups an essential priority. I am deeply appreciative because these transfers also provide for my dietary needs, ensuring I have a well-balanced diet.

As an elderly individual, I've experienced recurring, stubborn infections that pose a significant challenge to treat. On several occasions, these ailments have necessitated lengthy hospital stays, during which I've grappled with hypertension. I'm currently prescribed medication and require regular monthly check-ups. Consequently, whenever I receive a transfer, I diligently set aside funds to cover my medical expenses, ensuring I don't miss any vital treatments. These transfers have also proven invaluable in offsetting my transportation costs to the hospital, alleviating an additional financial burden. I'm grateful that the support I receive extends beyond just my healthcare; it also encompasses my nutritional needs. Thanks to these transfers, I'm able to maintain a balanced diet consistently, a luxury I might not have been able to afford on my own. This ensures that I never go without a meal, a situation that could be daunting if I solely rely on my own resources.

I am grappling with hypertension and other persistent old-age health issues that demand regular medical attention and check-ups. My ability to work has been compromised, and unfortunately, I lack a reliable source of assistance to offset these medical expenses. My reliance is solely on the transfers, as they provide the means for me to undergo necessary treatments and maintain a nourishing diet. At present, my primary focus revolves around these crucial aspects—ensuring my medical needs are met and sustaining a balanced diet—both made feasible through these transfers.

Frequent illnesses have significantly compromised my health and left me frail. My doctor emphasized the importance of maintaining a nourishing and balanced diet. However, given my limited financial means, adhering to this advice would have been unattainable were it not for the timely transfers. Relying on my sons for support, though well-intentioned, proved insufficient to meet my needs adequately. Fortunately, the transfers have led to a positive transformation in my well-being. I've been able to prioritize my health by availing myself of necessary medical care, particularly for my hypertension, which has had a substantial impact on my overall health. It brings me immense joy to express that I can now manage the costs of my medical treatments without encountering undue hardships, all thanks to these transfers. My health is steadily improving, and I am regaining strength despite the challenges of old age.

I decided to put off the plan since I was going to invest in cattle farming and instead focus on improving my health. I'm currently determined to save money so that I can visit a specialist doctor for prescription advice. After that, I'll start working toward my main objective, raising livestock.

I have been ravaged by arthritis for the past three years. My kids had a hard time paying my medical bills at first. I am appreciative of the monthly payment I receive from you since it encouraged me to seek medical attention, relieving some of the financial pressure my kids were facing. I recently received a transfer, therefore I decided to spend $30 to purchase some prescription medications. They responded nicely, which I am delighted about because I think it will speed up my recovery. Due to my children's difficulties with the main meals of the day, I also purchased two kilograms of sugar for my morning tea.

I want to express my appreciation to the group for their passionate work on behalf of society's less fortunate people. I use the money from the cash transfer program to take care of my most urgent needs, so it's a great idea. I implore the group to continue the excellent work they have started in aiding the vulnerable members of society.

I spent a large portion of my transfer on food. I don't have the energy to work and support myself because I am very old. My son, a retired teacher, provides financial support for me. Due to a lack of employment, he has had difficulty providing food for the family in recent months. We are now forced to purchase food from the stores at very high prices because the severe effects of the drought have made it impossible to grow and harvest crops on the farm. I chose to buy food in bulk so that my son, who had incisively searched for a job for a full week without finding one, would not have to bear the heavy burden. Along with food purchases, I also made a $10 hospital bill payment. I got sick and was quickly admitted to the hospital. I was able to receive treatment at the hospital thanks in large part to the money from the transfer.

I was already in deep sleep due to my illness by the time I got the text message informing me that I had received my first transfer. My son, who was in custody of my phone, told me the following morning that I had received my first transfer. I was so happy that tears of happiness streamed down my cheeks in the shape of an eleven. I was in a great deal of physical pain, but I was at ease in my heart knowing that I would eventually receive medication.

My health has improved, and this is the biggest change that the transfer of funds has brought about in my life. By ensuring that I purchased the prescription medications I require, the money from the transfer was extremely important in helping me improve my health. My health deteriorated prior to receiving the transfer, which was made worse by the fact that I lacked the funds to pay for medication or visit the hospital.

My first transfer brought me great joy. I was bedridden and seriously ill at that time. I don't work anymore and am totally dependent on my son to take care of me. He is employed by odd jobs that pay him pitiful wages and was unable to take me to the hospital to get my medication. As soon as I got my transfer, I spent $6 on prescription medication to help me. This was my best option because I couldn't afford to pay the hospital's enormous bill. I bought food with the $6 that was left over. I purchased milk, two packets of maize flour, fresh green vegetables, and nutritious fruits. I'm appreciative that my health has dramatically improved and that I'm making good progress. Due to the financial assistance I received from GiveDirectly.