Sabiu Suleiman, 45 years old, and his wife, Khadija, 25 years old, have four children. Sabiu and Khadija are physically challenged and struggle to find food for their family. Sabiu says,
“There were times we would go two to three days without cooking anything at home. Before the LDS-REDEEM project found us, no organization had ever supported us. Whenever food items were shared in the community, people like us, living with disabilities,
were never included. Only those who were strong enough to go to the centers received support.”
“Through CARE’s Cash Voucher Assistance support, we received nutritious food items such as rice, beans, eggs, milk, fish, plantain, oil, spaghetti, and many others, worth over ₦95,000. My wife also received dignity kits and other essential items that have been very helpful to our family.
“What touched us the most was the dignity with which CARE
and partners treated us. They received us with kindness and
respect. We didn’t have to struggle or join long queues. When it was time, they simply called us forward, attended to us without any problem, and ensured we received everything meant for us. Now we feel dignified, and other community members also see us differently”.
CARE’s health volunteer measuring Sani’s upper arm with the MUAC tape during house-to-house visitation.
