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Yan is a young Brazilian boy who lives with his maternal grandmother, Maria, in the state of Ceara. Their simple home, which is self-owned, has brick walls, rough cement flooring and a clay-tiled roof. It has a tiny bathroom. Running water and electricity are available. The father is deceased. The mother lives in another area. Maria has been receiving some aid from relatives, which is far from enough to meet basic needs. Yan is affectionate, playful and cheerful. He helps his grandma by putting away items like toys and dishes. He likes playing ball and with toy cars in the company of other kids his age. He has a dog he is fond of. Yan has been diagnosed as having T4F (congenital heart malformation composed of 4 elements); he is under treatment with a cardiologist. He attends nursery school and loves painting and coloring. The family is needy and through your support Yan and his family will have the opportunity to participate in important projects in the areas of health, recreation, education and nutrition.