By Ruben Veloria
SUBIC BAY FREEPORT- Zambales 1st District Rep. Jefferson “Jay” Khonghun pampered children with cerebral palsy and their parents to thanks giving and gift giving party to celebrate his natal day on Tuesday (July 2) in this Freeport.
In a cozy and comfortable pizza house here, Cong. Jay Khonghun celebrated his birthday along with 40 children with cerebral palsy from Olongapo City and Subic, Zambales, accompanied by their parents, and siblings.
“It is so important for me to be with the greatest mothers who never give up despite the sacrifices they endure for their children (Napakahalagang araw ngayon para sa akin na makasama ko sa aking karaarawan ang mga dakilang ina na hindi sinusukuan ang pagsakripisyo sa kanilang mga anak),” said Khonghun.
The young solon continued as saying, “Your children (affected with cerebral palsy) are blessings from heaven, for you to show the meaning of true love and affection.”
The birthday celebration was filled with party games for mothers, bubble shows, magic and tricks for kids, and gift giving, and sumptuous food for all.
Cong. Jay Khonghun assured the parents that he and his office are always ready to provide them all available assistance they could provide.
“Please don’t worry too much. We are here to help you in all ways we could provide (Huwag kayong mag-alala dahil narito kamipara makatulong sa inyong pangangailangan),” Khonghn said.
Meanwhile, Mayflor De Guzman, president of Special Kidz Therapy Group based in Olongapo City, lauded the young solon for his continued support to the Group especially by providing moral and financial supports for the affected children.
Speaking for her group, Olongapo City Cerebral Palsy Society (OCCPS) president Jennie Judar, express their warmest gratitude for Cong. Jay Khonghun who never failed to help them.
The office of Cong. Jay Khonghun provides medical assistance to children with cerebral palsy for their neuro check-ups and other services which are done in Pampanga; wheel chairs, and vitamins.
“These assistance is our advocacy, and we will continue these efforts so that we will always be within reach in taking care of our constituents with cerebral palsy,” Khonghun said.
According to National Institutes of Health (NIH), in 2022, there were 11,268 new cases of Cerebral Palsy (CP) recorded in the Philippines among the population under 18 years old or 1.6 per 1,000 live births.
