This story of Sonmoni, a visually impaired beneficiary from the mountainous village of Hatigarh, Assam showcases how we enhance maternal health at the grassroots.
Sonmoni lost her sight at the age of two and was living with her husband, who was also partially visually impaired. They were expecting their second child when she became a part of our Xushrukha project. Despite her visual impairment and inadequate health infrastructure in her village, we supported her through her pregnancy and ensured that she delivers a healthy child.
Partha, our field supervisor, and Jayati, an Accredited Social Health Activist (ASHA) worker recognized her need for special care. They provided crucial holistic support through medical resources and transportation for regular check-ups while ensuring that all health protocols were strictly followed.
Sonmoni expresses her gratitude:
“Partha and Jayanti went beyond their call of duty and gave us immense emotional strength. Their consistent, comprehensive approach ensured that my pregnancy progressed smoothly, and I gave birth to a healthy baby boy”