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Jing Lei |
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This is Jing Lei, born Oct. 7, 2007, with a severe heart defect. She
arrived at True Children’s Home on Nov. 11, 2008. The orphanage
where she resided asked that TCH take Jing Lei to the Home where
she could receive life-saving medical care.
Jing Lei’s condition is known as “intricate cyanotic congenital heart
disease” meaning the blood pumped by the heart to the body has
less oxygen than is needed. This results in the child having a bluish
colored complexion, especially in the extremities such as fingers and
toes. Jing Lei’s heart also suffers from other defects including pulmonary
atresia where the valve that keeps blood from going from the
heart to the lungs is not present or operational. Jing Lei also has an
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can lead to an enlarged heart and also a hole in the two upper chambers of the heart requiring open heart surgery to correct. |
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| The anticipated cost of surgery for Jing Lei is $7,300.00. She needs surgery soon as each day presents the possibility
of a heart attack for this precious girl. If you would like to contribute to Jing Lei’s surgery please note “Jing Lei’s surgery”
in the memo section of your check. We will send you an update on her condition and surgery. |
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Easter Celebration
Children at Dongguan 1 and Dongguan 2 enjoyed exploring
their bunny baskets.
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Hong Bing |
Hong Bing prepares for surgery |
Post surgery |
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Hong Bing arrived at TCH Anji in
September 2008. He transitioned to
the Dongguan home last month. On
April 9, Hong Bing had cleft lip and
palate surgery. He will transition to
foster care in June or July 2009. |
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Yang Hua
Foster Care Mother—Ou Yang Yun Di
Foster Care Father—Ou Yang Jun Qiang
First Time Foster Parents |
Yu Rong
Foster Care Mother—Li Cai Lian
Foster Care Father—Li Wei Qing
Second Time Foster Parents |
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Yang Su celebrated her first birthday with her foster family and friends. |
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In December 2008, we shared with you the story
of Zeng Ming, born with a cleft lip and palate, to
a 16-year-old mother and 25-year-old father in Dongguan. The family lives in one room and
are local merchants. With a limited income, surgery
to repair Zeng Ming’s cleft lip and palate
seemed impossible. (There are lots of little boys
name “Ming” in this village so an uncle gave
Zeng Ming the new name of “Yun Long.”
On April 9, Yun Long had successful cleft lip
and palate surgery. His mother and father
cared for him during his hospital stay and after
six days he was released to go home. The TCH
staff will continue to monitor Yun Long’s postsurgery
care and recovery. |
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Andrew and Hugh know firsthand the difference that
can be made in the life of a small child. In July 2008
they traveled with their parents to China to adopt Ai
Pian who had been waiting for them. Inspired by all
they saw in China, Andrew and Hugh decided they
wanted to make a difference. Upon their return to the
U.S. they started doing extra chores and saving their
allowance to donate to TCH. They kept their earnings
in a silk bag that they had received from friends
who had been to Korea for an adoption. Over time,
the boys have earned and donated $80 to True Children’s
Home which will provide two months of foster
care for Ai Li. |
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Students from Carson-Newman College in Jefferson
City, Tenn. made a visit to China during their spring
break. The students chose to spend one day at
True Children’s Home where they helped sort donated
clothing and also attended the birthday celebration
of Yang Su. |
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The fabulous quilters from Stitches
From the Heart have been at it
again. True Children’s Home received
a box full of handmade
quilts which will be treasured by
the children. These ladies meet
weekly in each others homes to
stitch and chat. Thank you ladies
for your generosity. |
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| For more than three years, Global Doctor in Dongguan has donated their services, providing medical care to the children
at TCH. Whenever we need to bring a child in for a consultation, Mina Huang, Administrative Manager, is very helpful in
scheduling the appointments. |
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| Dr Angela Le, Acupuncturist, has worked in the medical field for more than 15 years. In 2004, Dr. Le began helping orphans
with club feet in Guilin by using the Ponseti Method. For several weeks now, Dr. Le has been making “house
calls” to TCH. Dr. Le spends several hours during each visit providing castings for the children in their home environment.
Thank you Global Doctor staff for making a difference in the lives of children at TCH. You are True Heroes! |
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Hai Yi and his family from the U.S. |
Xiao Feng and her family from Spain |
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Dear Friends,
It’s hard to believe that our little boy is three years old! Our family and friends celebrated
Jack’s (Yu) birthday at The Little Gym in March. It was a Super Heroes theme,
and Jack has become a huge fan of Spiderman. In lieu of gifts, we asked our guests
to make a monetary donation to True Children’s Home. By the end of the week, we
had raised nearly $300! We’re so blessed for the loving care that Jenny, Katrina and
the amazing nannies in Dongguan gave our son—we couldn’t think of a better way to
say thank you.
Once Jack turned three, he joined a class for preschoolers with hearing impairment. Attending on Mondays and Wednesdays, he |
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| spends the morning in a classroom with other children his age who wear hearing aids or cochlear implants, learning how to listen and understand, speak well, and most importantly, have fun and laugh. He was so proud of himself walking into his new school with confidence, wearing his little backpack, ready for anything! His teachers are amazing, and Jack has acclimated quite easily. On Tuesdays and Thursdays Jack still attends a regular Mother’s Day Out program where he has truly blossomed this year. In the fall, Jack will go to the hearing impaired class four days a week. |
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| It’s simply incredible to watch Jack and listen to what he says. While we still use sign language to communicate, his voice is becoming
clearer. And, people outside of our home can understand what he wants. He has become more animated and independent, but
still a very sweet, loving child. Jack loves to shake hands when greeting new people (that are okay with mommy and daddy), give
hugs and kisses to his family members and utters the words and makes the sign for “I love you” to those who are the most special in
his life. |
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| We continue to be grateful for everyone who has supported us and helped us—and continue to do so—as we love and raise our son.
Jack truly completes our family, and we’re so excited to see, as each day unfolds, what God has in store for our little boy. |
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| Sincerely, |
| Jack’s Family |
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| http://groups.yahoo.com/group/apatchina |
| Adoptive Parents of Alumni of True Children’s Home-China, an online group exclusive to families who have adopted, or
have a referral for, a child who spent time at TCH. We hope to grow into a positive, supportive community that will foster
relationships with the families of TCH’s “brothers and sisters,” while discussing travel, continuing medical care at home
and general China adoption topics. We would also like to find ways to help TCH with fundraising. If you have a picture
of your child on a “boppy pillow”, your child might be a TCH alumni! |
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| http://www.claramilldesigns.com |
| Order hand-painted necklaces, teardrop or round style, to benefit the children of True Children’s Home. |
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| http://madebynikki.blogspot.com/ |
| Blogs for a cause donated funds from the January orders to True Children’s Home. |
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| Children who received care—99 |
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| Surgeries performed—109 |
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| Children transitioned to foster care—59 |
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| Children adopted—42* |
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| *Children have been adopted into families in China, Holland, Spain and the U.S. |
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True Children’s Home relies on donations from individuals, organizations and corporations. One hundred
percent of donated funds goes into one of our four programs: children’s home, medical care, foster care or
community outreach. Donations to TCH are completely tax deductible. All administrative expenses are underwritten
by Alan and Twila True. |
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If you would like more information on how you can help, contact us at info@truechildrenshome.org or visit our
website at www.truechildrenshome.org. |
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Working together we can make a difference in the lives of children…
one child at a time! |
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