In the midst of the crisis impacting Cuba, expressions of solidarity remain the most human face of the people.
Dr. Lisbet Hernández, the driving force behind the Solidaridad project in Bayamo, shared a story that reflects hope and commitment: the delivery of a new bed to Grandma Masita, an elderly woman who had been sleeping on the floor after losing everything.
On November 17, Hernández requested assistance on Facebook to transport donations from Jiguaní and Guisa to Bayamo.
"There are about 19 families who have lost everything; they have nowhere to sleep, nothing to eat, not even drinking water. Let's come together to help them a little," he wrote, appealing to the generosity of the people.
In just a few hours, several people offered money, clothes, cribs, and personal beds. Among them, Arletys Causó Morejón donated 2,000 pesos; Yusimi Rodríguez Meriño contributed 8,000; Aliannis Chaveco provided a crib and two beds; and Idalmis Martí donated another crib.
"May God multiply everything abundantly for you," the doctor expressed gratitude.
This Thursday, Hernández that the goal had been achieved: Grandma Masita now had a bed and mattress.
The video shared afterwards shows the team's effort to transport the bed through muddy roads, rivers, and dilapidated bridges.
“We faced many challenges, but we reached the homes of these families. They welcomed us with immense affection. We went from the first little house to the last one, that of Grandma Masita, with her bed so she doesn’t have to sleep on the floor anymore,” the doctor recounted.
The doctor expressed gratitude for the support from the Mabay Distillery, which provided the truck; from the driver who accompanied them; from the CCS Manuel Ascunce Domenech cooperative; and from the local residents who assisted them along the way.
“To my neighbors, to my family, and to all the donors, thank you so much. Share so that more people can join our project and we can continue helping,” she wrote.
The gesture of the Solidaridad group in Bayamo demonstrates that, even in scarcity, empathy and unity can overcome any deficiency.
The story of Grandma Masita is not an isolated incident. Amid the hardships facing the island, various forms of civic solidarity have gained momentum in recent days.
A campaign raised three million pesos for a mother from Holguín who is raising four children on her own, after her story touched the hearts of thousands who chose to support her financially.
From another perspective, a group of young barbers in Holguín offered free haircuts to children, the elderly, and vulnerable individuals, demonstrating that even the simplest gestures can transform into acts of dignity and community care.
The Catholic Church has also intensified its charitable efforts, distributing food and essential goods to those affected by the recent hurricane in areas that have yet to receive official aid.
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