Institution Shirak Marz Child and Family Support Center (Armenia)

Age 12

Date Profile Received: 2024-02-19

Date of Birth: 2011-10-14

Sibling(s): Sister Nazeli (DOB 12/2/2009), Brother Aghasi (DOB 9/24/2021)

Mother's name/Occupation: Mari - Homemaker, cares for children

Father's Name/Occupation: Gagik - Finds work in Russia

Family History: Anahit lives with her mother, brother and sister, and grandparents in very poor conditions. Her father lives in Russia to find work to help support the family. Anahit has many health problems: arthrogryposis, distal amyoplasia, cavus deformity of both feet. On 6/22/2023 Anahit underwent surgery, transection of the Achilles tendon and transection of the plantar aponeurosis. She is currently wearing orthotics and is under observation. Anahit has also received treatment for congenital hip dislocation.

Immediate Needs: Resources to enable Anahit to receive her full medical treatments, food, clothing, and hygiene items ($2,400/annually).