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How USAID is Improving the Lives of Persons With Disabilities in Vietnam
Mr. Do Trung Thanh was born with severe scoliosis and congenital cerebral palsy, resulting in extreme mobility impairments. At 44 years of age, he has spent his entire life unable to care for himself, completely dependent on his parents.
“My son has been disabled since birth. It’s very hard taking care of Thanh. We take turns staying at home and taking care of him. We can’t give the job to anyone else, because the care is very hard.” – Mr. Do Van Ba, Thanh’s Dad
Thanh’s seemingly modest wish—to journey from his home to the nearby pagoda to pray—remains out of reach due to the limitations of the unsuitable iron frame he spends each day in.
Persons with disabilities in Vietnam face several barriers to improving their lives, including limited access to rehabilitation and health care services, economic opportunities, social stigma, [...]