Transitions Foundation of Guatemala

Alberto hugs his kids during a basketball practice

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My name is Juan Alberto Sandoval. I was involved in a severe automobile accident on October 14, 1996 that had a dramatic impact on my life, both physically and emotionally. After three years recovering in the hospital and numerous surgeries, I was able to return to my home and family.

Mi nombre es Juan Alberto Sandoval, el 14 de octubre de 1996 tuve un accidente automovilístico severo, el cual me dejo secuelas imborrables en mi vida física y psicológica.  Estuve 3 años hospitalizado logrando así que no me amputaran mi pierna derecha.

Fredy is presented with his new running prosthetic while in the workshop

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Fredy Sincal, a Transitions workshop apprentice, recently received a fully sponsored running prosthetic from Challenged Athletes Foundation (CAF) as part of a campaign that provided adaptive sports equipment to 812 athletes in 26 countries. The premium-grade Ossur Flex-Run is an unavailable option for most Guatemalans with disabilities because of its daunting price tag. It is difficult to justify spending the value of an automobile on a single function prosthetic, but Fredy’s beaming smile would have argued differently.

Edmar being fitted for a prosthetic.

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We are happy to announce that Edmar, a prosthetic recipient sponsored by Refuge International, is now walking again for the first time since his leg amputation over a year ago. Edmar visited a clinic in San Raymundo in February of 2009 with a serious infection in his leg following an accident. His personality and constant cheerfulness enlightened others in the hospital and made him a favorite with doctors, nurses and volunteers. Nancy Neuman, a Refuge International member, reached out to Transitions to help this special individual.