Kapuso Mo, Jessica Soho: A mother’s love

Summary

The video script tells the heart-wrenching story of Juliet, a 64-year-old mother from Roxas City, who carries her 29-year-old daughter Mary Jane on her back daily. Mary Jane suffers from a condition that left her paralyzed and unable to speak since a childhood accident. Despite her own physical limitations, Juliet's love and determination are unwavering as she cares for her daughter. The video, which went viral, highlights the immeasurable love of a mother and the daily struggles she endures. It also showcases the community's response, with offers of help and the potential for medical assessments to improve Mary Jane's condition.

Takeaways

• 👵 Julieta, a 64-year-old mother, carries her 29-year-old daughter Mary Jane, who has a disability, on her back.
• 🌍 The video of Julieta carrying Mary Jane went viral, symbolizing the struggles of millions of mothers worldwide.
• 💔 Mary Jane suffered an accident at the age of three, leaving her with significant physical and cognitive impairments.
• 🏠 Julieta has been the sole caregiver for Mary Jane, performing all daily tasks including bathing and feeding her.
• 🙏 Julieta's unwavering strength and determination come from her faith and prayers to God for the well-being of her daughter.
• 🏥 Due to financial constraints, Mary Jane has not received regular medical check-ups or therapy for her condition.
• 🚫 Despite offers of help, Julieta has been reluctant to accept assistance, preferring to rely on her own strength.
• 📹 The video that captured Julieta and Mary Jane's story was intended to inspire and seek support for their situation.
• 🌟 The video's virality led to an outpouring of support and offers of help from the public, highlighting the power of social media.
• 🏥 With the help of the Capuso Foundation and local government, Mary Jane and Julieta received medical evaluations and support.

Q & A

How old is Juliet, the mother in the video?

Juliet, the mother in the video, is 64 years old.

What is the condition of Mary Jane, Juliet's daughter?

Mary Jane is 29 years old and has a physical disability. She is paralyzed on the right side of her body, has no control over her limbs, and is unable to speak or understand speech.

What happened to Mary Jane when she was three years old?

Mary Jane had an accident at the age of three, which left her with injuries to her head and forehead. After that, she was never the same and lost her ability to speak and understand.

What does Juliet do to care for Mary Jane?

Juliet carries Mary Jane on her back daily, as she is unable to walk or take care of herself. Juliet also bathes her, feeds her, and attends to her other needs.

How heavy is Mary Jane, and what is the challenge for Juliet in carrying her?

Mary Jane weighs 72 kilograms, which is almost one and a half sacks of rice. Juliet, who is 62 kilograms herself, finds it challenging to carry her daughter due to her age and weight.

What was the impact of the viral video featuring Juliet and Mary Jane?

The viral video brought attention to their situation, inspiring many people and potentially leading to offers of help and support.

What kind of assistance did Juliet and Mary Jane receive after the video went viral?

After the video went viral, they received assistance from the public and organizations like the GM Kap Foundation and the local government unit of Roxas.

What medical condition might Mary Jane have according to the neurologist?

Mary Jane might have a condition that requires further tests to determine her exact needs, including possible therapy or medication. She has also had seizure episodes and might have cataracts, as suggested by a slit lamp examination.

What is the current living situation of Juliet and Mary Jane?

Juliet and Mary Jane live behind a school in Barangay, and they go to the city once a month for necessities like food and medicine.

What is the emotional and physical toll on Juliet as she cares for Mary Jane?

Juliet's emotional and physical toll is significant, as she carries the heavy burden of her daughter daily and prays for strength to continue caring for her without getting sick herself.

What is the future outlook for Mary Jane's health and treatment?

The future outlook for Mary Jane includes further medical assessments and potential treatments or therapies to improve her condition. There is a plan for her to undergo tests and possibly cataract surgery on her right eye.