Great Progress for Elijah

May 2026

Elijah came to our children’s home in Ho in June 2025. Despite his very young age, he had already experienced severe physical abuse that left visible marks on both his body and his development. Serious burns on his arms, hands, torso, and buttocks, as well as a fractured upper arm, severely limited his mobility and daily activities.

Simple things that most children take for granted, such as grasping objects, eating, or playing, were very difficult for him. It quickly became clear that Elijah needed not only safety and care, but also medical treatment, therapy, and continuous support in order to develop in a healthy way.

Today, Elijah is making wonderful progress step by step. Thanks to successful surgery and regular physiotherapy, he is now able to open his hands much more comfortably and can hold objects such as pencils with far greater ease. His speech is also improving steadily, and he is becoming more confident in communicating with the other children.

With his cheerful personality, Elijah brings joy to everyday life at the children’s home. He especially loves playing football with the other children. He also enjoys imaginative play and loves using a toy stethoscope to “check” the heartbeats of his friends. His curiosity and openness show every day just how much potential he has.

We are very happy about Elijah’s progress and grateful that we are able to accompany him on his journey.