CHILDREN

A Tragic Accident, A Community's Hope: Helping Little Ly A Vu Heal

In the recovery room of the National Burns Hospital, little Ly A Vu, just three years old and from the Hmong ethnic community, lies still. His small body is wrapped entirely in white bandages, making him look like a tiny plaster statue. The brave little boy is enduring unimaginable pain after a terrible accident where he fell into a pot of hot pig feed, leaving 48% of his body with severe burns.

His father, 34-year-old Ly A Lu, sits heartbroken by his son's bedside, his face etched with sorrow and regret. On March 28th, while he and his wife were working in their schools, little Vu was at home with his grandmother. Tragically, he stumbled and fell into the scalding pot. When his father rushed home, he found his son's skin grievously injured, the little boy having cried until he lost consciousness from the pain.

Mr. Lu’s family is among the poorest in Ang To Commune, Muong Ang District, Dien Bien Province. Both parents are unable to read or write and do not speak the national language fluently. They scrape by, farming corn and cassava on a small patch of land to feed their five young children. After the accident, they managed to borrow 2 million VND from their neighbors and fellow villagers. They hired a motorbike taxi to take Vu to the district health center, and from there, he was transferred to Dien Bien Provincial General Hospital. The kind doctors there pooled together 1 million VND and arranged for a charity ambulance to bring the little boy to the National Burns Hospital in Hanoi.

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Dieu Giac Shelter – Where Fragile Lives Rediscover the Warmth of Love

Amid the relentless pace of Saigon, there exists a quiet, steadfast haven that shelters vulnerable souls left abandoned and homeless—Dieu Giac Love Shelter, a shared home for over 100 orphaned and destitute children.

Here, some infants, just days old, are leaving at the temple gates without a birth certificate or a single relative. Others have grown up within the shelter, from their first toddling steps to school, to the day they suicidally held a graduation diploma in their hands.

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Love Family Te - Phan – A Haven of Love in the Heart of Saigon

Amid the bustling streets of Saigon, there exists a humble yet profoundly loving place called “Phan Family,” affectionately known as “Pink Manger.” Here, those who have been forgotten by society—orphaned, elderly, sick, or disabled—find a true home filled with warmth and care.

At the heart of this extraordinary shelter is Brother Hoang Van Binh, a cyclo driver who, for over 16 years, has quietly dedicated his life to supporting those in need. It all began with a chance encounter with an elderly man shivering under an awning on a rainy night. From that moment, Brother Binh opened his arms not only to one person but to millions of others: abandoned children, lonely seniors, and individuals with cerebral palsy or disabilities.

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At Mai Am Thien Duyen in Cu Chi, there is a special boy named Thien “Lac.” Born with disabilities due to the effects of Agent Orange, Thien’s head constantly trembles, his frail body struggles, and he is unable to speak. The day he was abandoned by the roadside, an elderly motorbike taxi driver brought him to the shelter of “Ma Muoi”—the mother to all the less fortunate souls.

Despite being surrounded by illness, Thien brings joy with his sparkling eyes and innocent smile. Ma Muoi, with boundless love, has cared for him like her own child. Thien is a small but resilient flower, a living miracle within the shelter, reminding everyone that with love, every life, no matter how imperfect, can blossom.

Thien Duyen Shelter is more than a place of refuge; it is where children like Thien find love, care, and hope. Under Ma Muoi's roof, each child is nurtured not only physically but also emotionally, enveloped in the warmth of human kindness. With an open heart, Ma Muoi embraces every child without discrimination, even those societies have forgotten. In this home, love is never in short supply—simple meals warm the heart, and Ma Muoi’s words of encouragement help the children overcome pain and strive forward in life.

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Tucked away peacefully in Ba Ria - Vung Tau Province, Minh Dao Monastery is not only a place of spiritual practice but also a shared home for orphaned children, lonely elderly, and those facing life's hardships. Under the compassionate guidance of Venerable Thich Minh Dao, this sanctuary has become a haven of love for those overlooked by the world.

Every simple meal and every humble moment of daily life here is imbued with profound humanity. Regardless of background, origin, or religion, anyone who knocks on the door of Minh Dao Monastery is welcomed as family. Children are nurtured and given proper education, the elderly find a place to rest in their twilight years, and struggling souls from the wider community always find solace and support when they arrive.

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In the heart of the bustling city, there lies a quiet yet profoundly compassionate place—Thai Duong Blind Home. More than just a residence, it is a shared home for visually impaired individuals facing difficult circumstances, people who have confronted the darkness of fate and been overlooked by life.

Founded by Ms. Nguyen Thi Van, a woman whose eyes cannot see the light but whose heart shines brighter than ever, the shelter reflects her deep understanding of the loneliness and disadvantages faced by those who share her condition. Having experienced visual impairment herself, Ms. Van opened her arms to embrace visually impaired individuals with nowhere else to turn, offering them a home, a foundation, and a chance to rebuild their lives.

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Mr. Lê Van Tan – The Man on Crutches Sowing Hope

Despite his physical disability, Mr. Lê Văn Tấn carries the weight of his family on his frail shoulders. Every day, rain or shine, he navigates the narrow alleys of Saigon on crutches, selling lottery tickets to provide for himself and his loved ones.

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Mai Am Tu Tam – Where Hearts Heal the Lives of Little Ones

Amid the hustle and bustle of life, there is a place quietly igniting hope for the less fortunate – Mai Am Tu Tam, nurtured and cherished with all their hearts by the Sisters of the Witnesses of Faith from the Đà Lạt Diocese.

This home currently shelters nearly 50 children – orphaned and disabled, bearing hardships from the moment they were born. Some suffer from cerebral palsy, unable to move on their own; others, affected by Agent Orange, carry innocent faces yet bear the heavy scars of war’s legacy.

Each day, the Sisters are not only caregivers but also pillars of emotional support, the only family these children know. In the gentle lullabies echoing through the small room, love is passed on – quietly, steadfastly, and full of warmth.

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Nestled humbly at 278 Hamlet 1, Nang Mau Town, Vi Thuy District, Hau Giang Province, Mai Am Khiem Thi Vi Thuy stands as a steadfast pillar for visually impaired children facing hardship. Guided by the devoted Sisters of the Lovers of the Holy Cross of Thủ Đức, this place is not merely a shelter but a home brimming with love and hope.

Within this haven, each child carries their own unique story, yet all share a common aspiration: to learn, to be loved, and to live a meaningful life. Eyes that can no longer see the light do not hinder these children from feeling the warmth and affection of their community.

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