COVID-19 swept across the world in 2020, leaving a trail of fear and uncertainty. Jajja Sarah, one of the few ROTOM seniors to contract the virus, found herself in the grip of the disease. Her condition worsened, necessitating a transfer to Mulago Referral Hospital for specialized care.

Alone and in pain, Jajja Sarah clung to the one comfort – ROTOM. They were taking care of her, covering her medical bills, and ensuring she received the best possible treatment. Yet, a sense of isolation ate away at her heart. Little did she know, an unlikely friendship was about to blossom within the stark confines of the quarantine ward.

While recovering, Jajja Sarah met a young man battling his own recovery from COVID-19. Witnessing her inability to walk, this young man stepped forward with extraordinary kindness. He carried her, clothed her, and even shared meals brought for him by his family.

Jajja Sarah, deeply touched by his compassion, wondered about his motivation. The young man's answer resonated deeply. In Jajja Sarah, he saw his own disabled mother, a kindred spirit needing care.

From that shared quarantine room, a unique bond blossomed. Nearly three years later, their friendship continues to flourish. This young man, Jajja Sarah's unlikely friend, visited her home in Mukono, bringing essential supplies. He regularly checks on her well-being, and his admiration for ROTOM's work in her life has ignited a spark of enthusiasm – Jajja Sarah now wants to introduce him to the ROTOM family!

Jajja Sarah's story is a shining example of how the human spirit is able to find connection even in the most unexpected places. In the face of fear and isolation, a young man's compassion shone through, and Jajja Sarah's golden years found an unlikely friend.