The world of Tzu Chi June 2024 (Vol.150)

2024 • 06 10 Care recipient, Nor Aishah Care recipient, Zalina By Ho Sook Yin Photo by Lim Joo Leang By Ho Sook Yin Photo by Lim Joo Leang Nor Aishah, suffering from congenital cerebellar disorder, has been under Tzu Chi’s care for eight years. Her mother rarely takes her out to avoid unnecessary stares and judgmental onlookers. However, out of curiosity about the charity organisation that has been helping her, the family decided to attend the Eid al-Fitr celebration and distribution event. Feeling respected and loved at the Jing Si Hall, Nor Aishah expressed her gratitude, saying, “We can only repay by contributing to the bamboo bank.” For Zalina, who hardly leaves home after losing her vision, the event was special. She was deeply moved by the volunteers’ warm invitation and assistance in offering her a ride. Although she could not see the skit “Fifty Cents Can Save Lives”, the message was etched in her mind. She expressed her intention to emulate the good deed and contribute daily to the bamboo bank to reciprocate the love from society.