Through this platform, I warmly invite the community of Likii and neighboring areas to share their own experiences with cancer in their families. Likii Tender Hearts is committed to partnering with healthcare workers and NGOs to raise awareness, provide education, and share resources to help patients and families manage this devastating disease. Together, we can create a network of support, understanding, and hope.
I am especially proud of an initiative led by my oldest grandchild, who lives in California. She has brought together the residents of Likii to knit “boobies” for breast cancer patients who have undergone mastectomies. These handcrafted creations help survivors regain confidence and feel supported in their journey.
Thanks to her efforts, my other granddaughter, Wanjala Ngunu, based here in Kenya, has been able to train residents of Laikipia County in crocheting these “boobies.” The finished pieces are donated to oncology departments across multiple hospitals in Kenya, bringing comfort, healing, and encouragement to countless patients. In December 2025, she was invited by Laikipia Hospice to train a group of 50 women with breast cancer, spreading this message of care, creativity, and solidarity even further. Their intent is to start a Breast Cancer Support Group in Laikipia County where they meet once a month when they come for their monthly check-up and socialize while making the boobies.
This is more than a project, it is a movement of love, compassion, and community. We invite you to join us: share your story, learn a new skill, or help a survivor regain her confidence. Together, we can transform hope into action, and make a tangible difference in the lives of those affected by cancer.
Rachel Kigano