This page exemplifies the type of aid which shea charity provides, what we have accomplished over the years, and what we will continue to strive for in the future. These cases will be continuously updated to provide donors with constant feedback
Franklin Santiago
9-year old Franklin Santiago sustained devastating burn injuries to approximately 84% of his tiny body.
The injures were caused in a fire accident at his home in Mabaruma, Guyana, where a gasoline container caught on fire and exploded. Unfortunately, Franklin was nearby and his body was engulfed in the fire. His father was also injured and their home is partially destroyed. Read Franklin Story
Neil J.
9-Year-Old Neil sustained deep third degree burns across 30% of his tiny body in an alleged case of severe child abuse.
On Saturday, September 9, Neil was rushed to the Georgetown Public Hospital (GPHC) with acute burns and severe trauma throughout his body. He was immediately admitted to the burn care unit where he was intubated and stabilized by the unit’s skilled staff. Read Neil’s Story
Nathan Kandhai
4-Year-Old Nathan Kandhai has been diagnosed with Acute Myelogenous Leukemia (AML). AML is an aggressive form of cancer in the blood and bone marrow. Nathan has spent the past few months at Georgetown Public Hospital in Guyana. Read Nathan’s Story
Shiv Thompson
3-Year-Old Shiv Thompson sustained deep second degree burns across 50% of his body when he accidentally fell into a pot of boiling water at this home in Mabaruma, Guyana. Read Shiv’s Story
Ismaeel Knights
4-Year-Old Ismaeel Knights presented to the Georgetown Public Hospital (GPHC) Pediatric Unit with symptoms and signs of a urinary tract infection for which he was admitted. However, an ultrasound was performed and revealed bilateral hydronephrosis (the swelling of both kidneys due to a build-up of urine). Read Ismaeel’s Story
Munesh Narayan
7-Year-Old Munesh Narayan has been diagnosed with Ewing Sarcoma (a rare form of cancer of the bone which typically affects children and teenagers). After several visits to multiple doctors with complaints of pain and swelling in his leg, Read Munesh’s Story
Aden Persaud
6-Year-Old Aden Persaud is diagnosed with Craniopharyngioma (a rare type of tumor near the brain's pituitary gland). Due to the severity and urgent nature of his condition, he needs immediate surgery and extensive hormone replacement therapy. Read Aden’s Story
Jomahri Mortley
10-year-old Jomahri Mortley was admitted to Georgetown Public Hospital in Guyana, on October 28 with second degree burns to 55% of his body.
These injuries were sustained during a accident involving hand sanitizer. Sadly, Jomahri curiously wanted to test whether the substance was flammable and his body caught on fire. Read Jomahri’s Story
Dwain Deputran
SHEA Charity has received an urgent request to assist 12-year-old Dwain Deputran who is currently hospitalized at the Georgetown Public Hospital in Guyana, with third degree burns to 40% of his body.
Despite his doctors incredible efforts to treat young Dwain, his injuries require advanced technology and a facility which is better equipped to manage his case and save his life. Read Dwain’s Story
Rodas Lakhan
Baby Rodhas is currently a patient at the Georgetown Public Hospital (GPHC), Pediatric Cardiology Clinic. He is diagnosed with a cyanotic congenital heart defect - Tetralogy of Fallot with pulmonary atresia. This defect requires urgent surgical intervention which is not currently available at in Guyana. Read Rodas’s Story
Neleissa LaRose
Little Neleissa LaRose is currently hospitalized at the Georgetown Public Hospital in Guyana, with third degree burns to 70% of her body. She is unable to receive treatment at this hospital due to the lack of advanced treatment required to save her life. Read Nelissa’s Story
Chayanne Parboo
Little Chayanne Parboo has been hospitalized at the Georgetown Public Hospital in Guyana, since December 8, 2019, where she has been diagnosed with Leukemia (ALL). This once bubbly, energetic little girl is now fighting for her life as she struggles with spiking fevers and excruciating pain. Read Chayanne’s Story
Avisha Best
SHEA Charity has received an urgent request to assist 22-month-old, Avisha, who is diagnosed with Leukemia (ALL). She has been in-patient at the Georgetown Public Hospital for approximately 45 days, where the advanced treatment needed to save her life is not available. Read Avisha’s Story
Sohan Brothers
SHEA Charity has received an urgent request for medical assistance in a case involving two brothers who were severely injured in a fire accident. Read the Sohan Borthers Story
Emmanuel Rampersaud
17-month-old Emmanuel Rampersaud was born with Anorectal Malformation (Imperforated Anus/No Anal Opening). Surgery was done at birth to place a Colostomy at his right abdomen, allowing stool to pass into a bag. Read Emmanuel’s Story
Imagine being told that your young child is rapidly losing his vision, and will be blind in a few short months. Imagine being told that you will no longer be able to see your mother’s smile or all the beauties of the world which you have come to love. This is the reality of Safraz and his family. Read Safraz’s Story
Gabriel, of region #9 Guyana, was born with a complete cleft lip and palate. In a plea for help, his mother explained that he is unable to eat with ease as his food gets lodged in his air passage, which is detrimental to his health. Read Gabriel’s Story
Life for this beautiful young family was blissful. Unfortunately, they are now struggling due to a devastating car accident that caused Eric to become paralyzed. Read Eric’s Story
Chitram Ayana (Vinesh) is a thirteen year old child who was diagnosed with cancer of the liver. His condition is critical and he is in need of urgent medical attention, which is not available in Guyana. Read Chitram’s Story
8 Year-Old Allisha Rahim was admitted to Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) Pediatric Oncology unit on January 30, 2018 after she was presented at the Accident and Emergency Department with complains of ankle pain, nausea and vomiting. Read Allisha's Story
At just 6 years old Chetram was a patient at the New Amsterdam Hospital, and during a trip to visit Chetram, his father was killed in a tragic motor vehicle accident, which took the lives of 12 individual. Read Chetram's Story
20 month-old Ranveer Oselmo was admitted to Georgetown Public Hospital’s burn care unit on 6th November, 2017 after he sustained deep second degree burns to 35% of his body. The accident occurred at home when he somehow found his way next to a kerosene stove and fuel spilled on him causing his body to catch on fire. Read Ranveer's Story