HONDURAS – Ten-year-old Kervis was born with torticollis, a painful and visible condition where neck muscles shorten and twist his head to one side. For years, this condition robbed him of mobility, comfort, and dignity. It was obvious he would need torticollis surgery. Without it, Kervis would face a life of shame and derision.
“When I look in the mirror, I wish my neck was normal.”
– Curtis
“When I look in the mirror, I wish my neck was normal,” Kervis once said. Other children called him “son of the devil.” He was constantly falling. Painful back cramps made sleep difficult. He longed to play soccer—but even standing could cause him to lose balance.
Kervis lives in Honduras with his aunt, Cindy. After his mother asked for help raising him, Cindy stepped in as caregiver. She works hard washing laundry but simply couldn’t afford surgery. When doctors quoted $8,000 for corrective torticollis surgery, the hope of healing seemed out of reach. “How are we going to get that kind of money?” Cindy recalled.
“How are we going to get that kind of money?”
-Cindy
Unable to Afford Torticollis Surgery, But Not Without Hope
Kervis’s condition worsened with age. Not only did it impact his physical ability, but it also wounded his spirit. His twisted neck made him feel ashamed. His childhood was slipping away. That’s when Operation Blessing stepped in. Our generous supporters made it possible for Kervis to receive corrective surgery—a surgery that would restore both his posture and his joy. “Operation Blessing came to us by the work of God,” Aunt Cindy said. “Everything was fast.”
Kervis’s Incredible Transformation
Today, thanks to friends like you, Kervis’s head is upright, his spine aligned, and his spirit renewed. He can now run without falling. He plays with friends. He returned to school, sleeps through the night, and holds his head high—not just physically, but with dignity. “Now my neck is straight. I can play with my friends. I can sleep well,” Kervis said, beaming. Kervis’s incredible transformation is a testament to what happens when your compassion meets action.
Life Without Shame: A New Beginning
Kervis’s story is more than a medical victory—it’s a celebration of life after hardship.
He is thriving—playing, learning, and living without shame. And through his journey, we are reminded why your support matters. “I love you very much and bless you. I pray for you every day,” Kervis says to those who gave him a chance.
Help More Children Like Kervis
Every child deserves a chance to stand tall. Through your support, Operation Blessing continues to provide life-changing surgeries, clean water, food, and hope to those in need.
