At the Unidos Para Sonreír Foundation, we improve the quality of life for children, youth, and adults with cerebral palsy.
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Carolay's Story
Living Location: Cartagena
Carolay Vanessa is a 14-year-old girl who lives in Cartagena with her family, who have built a home around her filled with love, unity, and unconditional care. Since birth, Carolay has faced major health challenges. She was born with hydrocephalus and had to undergo surgery just a few days after being born. During her early years, she was constantly hospitalized due to seizures and various medical complications, turning her childhood into a process filled with struggles, treatments, and permanent care. Despite the difficulties, Carolay has grown up surrounded by the love of her parents and siblings. She is the fourth of five children, and her entire family has done everything possible to provide her with well-being, stability, and support at every stage of her life. Her parents have dedicated their lives to caring for her and seeking alternatives to improve her mobility and quality of life. Currently, her mother performs daily stretching exercises on her arms and legs, accompanied by language activities and physical stimulation routines at home, seeking to strengthen her rehabilitation process and promote her comprehensive well-being.