Miguel and Manuel need a dry place to store their clothes

You may recognize dear brothers, Miguel and Manuel, who are part of our Elderly Care Program.

They have recently requested a wardrobe to keep their clothes dry and safe. The rainy season is quickly approaching, we've already had several strong rains, and soon Pana will be in the midst of daily rain showers. For many of our families their homes are acceptable, but often leak during heavy rain storms. Miguel and Manuel are very thankful for their small room that keeps them mostly dry and warm. But it's nearly impossible to prevent all leaks during the rainy season and we're concerned for Miguel and Manuel's belongings. Right now they have no where to keep their clothes and if their home does spring a leak, everything will easily get wet.

The brothers are requesting a wardrobe or hope chest to guard their clothing and belongings and keep them dry during the rainy season. An enclosed wardrobe costs $170 and a hand-carved wooden hope chest costs $108. If you would like to make a donation for these brothers, please go to Donate Now and scroll down.  Enter your donation in the "Other $" box.  In the "Details" box, write "A25 Wardrobe or Hope Chest".

Thank you so much for caring for our elderly! If you have any questions feel free to contact us at familyaid@mayanfamilies.org

Maria Felipe needs a water filter

We've recently found out that Maria Felipe needs a water filter.  For just $63 you could gift Maria with a brand new water filter, which will give her fresh, clean water for at least a year and a half.  It is customary here for the elderly to drink coffee in the morning and in the afternoon.  Maria cannot afford to buy pure bottled water, it is too expensive.  So, she tries to boil the water to purify it, but her health is frail and she becomes ill easily.  Gifting her with a water filter will help keep Maria healthy and allow her to enjoy many cups of coffee without risk of getting parasites or other water-borne diseases!

If you would like to help Maria Felipe, please go to Donate Now and scroll down.  Enter your donation in the "Other $" box.  In the "Details" box, write "A30 Filter". Thank you so much!

Thank you for helping Josefa!

Thanks to your generous donations for fabric and thread, Doña Josefa was able to continue with her embroidery.  Your support has helped her earn money for herself and her family!

Thank you!

Thank you for helping the elderly!

Maria Lucas is very happy to receive milk!  Thank you for supporting her!

Dolores and her family are very happy for the diapers the received.  It is a huge relief for the family!

Thank you for supporting the elderly care program!

Update: Rosita is in constant pain after her accident

Since her accident, Rosita had to have emergency surgery to remove a blood clot in her stomach and found out that her hip is broken.  Unfortunately because of her advanced age and compromised health, her doctors decided that the surgery to repair her hip would be too risky.  Now, she is home in bed, but in constant pain.  Rosita needs help to buy pain medication that costs $9 every month, milk that costs $20 every month, and adult diapers that cost $44 every month. 

If you are able to help Rosita with any or all of her monthly needs, please go to Donate Now and scroll down.  Enter your donation in the Other $ box.  In the Details box, write "A1 - Medical".

Thank you!
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Rosita, the first participant in the Elderly Care program, was hit by a car last week when she was walking to the Martí to have lunch with the other Elderly in the program.

Rosita was immediately taken to a hospital near by but doctors only gave her pain medication.  The doctors did not examine her the day of her accident and she was sent home with just a small bag of medication.  Now, Rosita cannot leave her bed, is in constant pain, and is in need of a medical exam because her family has noticed her hip bone protruding from her side. 


To help Rosita and her family, please go to Donate Now and scroll down.  Enter your donation in the "Other $" box.  In the "Details" box, write "A1 - Medical". Any amount will make a great difference!

Thank you!

Florencia has passed away

On Saturday, Florencia, a member of our Elderly Care Program, passed away in her home with her daughter. Florencia has been bedridden for over a year and received almost all of her food, medication, and other necessities from Mayan Families. When she was still able, Florencia made tortillas and sold them in the street, with her basket in one hand and cane in the other.
She has been living with her daughter who has been unable to find work and now has the responsibility of paying all of the funeral expenses. We would like to help Florencia's daughter to pay for the coffin so that she does not have to suffer debts over her mother's death. A coffin costs $250.

If you can help Florencia's daughter to cover all or a part of the funeral expenses, please go to Donate Now and scroll down. Enter your donation in the Other $ box. In the Details box, write "A5 Florencia Funeral." Thank you!

Marcela may not live much longer

Marcela is 88 years old. She has recently taken a terrible turn for the worse and is not expected to live much longer. She has asthma and is in a lot of pain, and cannot leave her bed. But she only wants to take natural medicine. She doesn't want any medical help, she only asks for disposable diapers and a blanket. Her family is respecting her wishes and are surrounding her with love and care. They are already preparing for her funeral, but find themselves too poor to afford a proper burial. They have come to us and asked for help with funeral costs and help buying diapers and a blanket to make Marcela more comfortable in her last days. We are asking for $200 to help Marcela.

To help Marcela and her family during this difficult time, please go to Donate Now and scroll down.  Enter your donation in the "Other $" box.  In the "Details" box, write "A36 Medical". Thank you so much for your care and concern!