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Antony lives in Kenya and has a hip deformity, and in Kenya the sort of specialty medical care Antony needs is scarce. There are 100 million children in the world just like Antony who have little hope for the future.Many can't play with their friends or go to school, and when Antony grows up, things that we hope for like marriage or finding a job will be difficult or impossible...all because Antony has a curable disability! But you can change Antony's life forever.- You can help
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Antony
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This boy (Alfred) was healed as Antony soon will be
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- Seen in Clinic 03/12/2012
- At CURE On 05/14/2012
- Operated On 05/14/2012
- Scheduled For 05/23/2013
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11 years old
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05/23/2013
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About Antony
When a baby is born, one of the most relieving phrases to hear has to be, “Yes, they’re healthy!” Monicah, Antony’s mom, had that benefit, but little did she know, those words would only apply for 7 months. Antony started missing the mark with his developmental milestones, so out of concern, Monicah took him to the hospital where they advised her to take him for physiotherapy sessions. But even after a handful of appointments, there wasn’t any noticeable improvement. That’s when Joytown came into the picture.
Joytown is a school for disabled children located in Central Kenya, and it’s one of the sites of our mobile clinics. The school was founded in 1962 by a Salvation Army missionary officer, Colonel Cyril Woods, as the Church's expression of loving care to children who are handicapped. Their objective has been to provide rehabilitation to the physically disabled, helping enable them to walk and gain skills that make them more self-reliant. Antony, who’s now in second grade, has been one of Joytown’s beneficiaries for almost 9 years.
When I first asked to speak to him during our clinic, it took almost an hour for him to be summoned. Why? Because after learning of my request, he wanted to look presentable, so he went back to his dorm as fast as he could to freshen up & bathe. As he finally made his way to me, he kept apologizing for keeping me waiting, but there was absolutely no need to. Having been diagnosed with cerebral palsy, his limbs don’t exactly function with speed. On top of that, his left leg seemed to have a mind of its own. During our chat, it would rise up anytime he got excited about something, and then he would have to use his hands to push it back down. Despite that little issue, he’s actually coming to us to have his hip deformity treated. Even with all that Joytown has taught him about living a fairly independent life, his hip seems to be keeping him from progressing any further. So hopefully May will mark the continuation of his journey to reaching his full potential as we aim to get this obstacle out of his way.
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JSON RSS- Day 352We expected to see him first in his school, then when he missed that appointment, we figured that he would show up in his home town, but he missed that appointment as well. God willing though, we will see him in May, when we go back to his school.
Friday March 1, 2013 - Day 205Antony's follow up appointment has been scheduled for 02/28/2013
Friday October 5, 2012 
Day 205A photo of Anthony at the follow clinic in Thika yesterday, he is doing well, his wounds are healing well and we thank God for that. He is now in the safe hands of his school physiotherapists and we hope to see him again in February next year. http://bit.ly/Q1lRSi
Friday October 5, 2012- Day 120Antony's follow up appointment has been scheduled for 10/04/2012 - Not yet back :-(
Thursday July 12, 2012 - Day 89Congratulations! Antony's funding goal is met!
Monday June 11, 2012 - Day 85Antony's follow up appointment has been scheduled for 07/10/2012 - Apparently, Anthony has not yet reported back to school, so we did not see him today. But it is totally understandable, lets be praying for him as he continues to go through the healing process. God willing, we shall see him in July.
Thursday June 7, 2012 - Day 76Antony's follow up appointment has been scheduled for 06/07/2012
Tuesday May 29, 2012 
Day 76 Antony is leaving us today! He is all smiles and so happy to be out of that contraption doctors have had him in for the last two weeks : ) ! It hasnt been an easy recovery, but well worth all the work! Doctors are pleased with the progress made on his right leg. We will see him again for a review at our mobile clinic in Thika in June! Keep praying for Antony! http://bit.ly/KCmqiT
Tuesday May 29, 2012- Day 76Antony is scheduled for followup at CURE Kenya
Tuesday May 29, 2012 
Day 65Antony will be with us for the next two weeks, he is currently undergoing traction in the ward on his right leg. Which simply means doctor's are pulling on the bone to correct fractured or dislocated bones, overcome muscle spasms, or relieve pressure. More updates to come !!! http://bit.ly/JBbB1o
Friday May 18, 2012- Day 61Antony is in recovery at CURE Kenya
Monday May 14, 2012 
Day 61Antony had a dislocated hip so doctors went in and removed the ball of the femur, giving our little guy range of motion!! Be in prayer as he is now in recovery! http://bit.ly/JP5l30
Monday May 14, 2012- Day 61Antony is receiving treatment at CURE Kenya
Monday May 14, 2012 - Day 61Antony is on his way back to the OR to get prepped for surgery! Pictures to come!!
Monday May 14, 2012 - Day 61Antony has arrived at CURE Kenya - Antony is here and we are so excited!!!!! i'll let you know when he gets back to the OR!!
Monday May 14, 2012 
Day 1A new photo for Antony Gathogo http://bit.ly/xUa444
Wednesday March 14, 2012
Day 1Meet Antony Gathogo http://bit.ly/AqwSYH
Wednesday March 14, 2012
Get Well Messages for Antony
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Shannon Wallum
God Bless…
Charlene Lopez
hi. how is ur day going?…
Teresa Ohara
still looks happy. :) .x.x….
Ylonda Wagers
hope you get well very soon…
Tammie McCuin
Remember you are a beautiful person – inside and out….
Sarah Simon
have a sunshine filled day…
Robin Knight Fleeger
Sending you Love and Light…. May the Lord Bless you and keep you safe….
Natasha Bright
You have such a beautiful smile! Keep smiling and share your happiness with others! You can do great things, too, just…
Lillian Cortelli
God be with you always. …
Tracy Morton
Love to you Antony. Me strong and keep smiling (you have a beautiful smile) …
Jen Kibler-McCabe
beautiful child of God, i pray that the cure staff can heal you. :)…
Marina Portorreal
get well…
Danisha Williams
I hope you feel better soon!!!!…
Courtneé Carter-James
Get Well SOON!…
Carole Mousseau
Keep smiling Anthony. Good things happen to those who keep a positive on life….
Joelene Groves
hope you get the help you need soon…
Froble Blessum
Sending you a happy hello and get well wishes. You have a wonderful smile. Keep smiling and let all see what a great…
Brit Yount
Get well soon…
Marlena Hendricks
get well soon…
Violet Baudelaire
Get well soon…
Tiffany Van Looy
Get well soon!…
Teri Charles
get well soon…
Teresa Rosenbaum
get well soon…
Tamika Perica
just a smile on your face is enough for me…
Susie Baldwin
I hope you feel betr….