Update - 2/25/06
Yesterday while Matthew was in surgery and they had replaced the trach, they decided to look around in his sinus cavities and other areas with a scope. They discovered there was a lot of "stuff" that hadn't been coughed up like it should have and so they suctioned alot of "gunk" out. Someone in Matthew's condition can often contract pneumonia, but thankfully Matthew has not come down with pneumonia. He does have the flu, though. So, right now the only visitors Matthew can have are Mom and Dad. My trip to Columbia today has been postponed. I was hoping to give you a firsthand report on Matthew.
Despite going through surgery yesterday and having the flu, Matthew was a real trouper and did everything the therapists told him to do on their regular visit in the afternoon. The speech therapist continues to work with Matthew on his responses and hand signals. Each time he responds to her questions quicker and she has told him to put his hand/fist in a very definite position for yes/no so that is very clear that he understands the question and has a clear response.
The physical therapist commented to Erich that he's noticed Matthew has more range of motion when the therapist moves his legs and arms around. More positive news!
There is no doubt any longer - the Kurz family will definitely have to move. Finding a house for sale in the Cole Camp area that is wheelchair accessible and fits their needs is almost impossible, so they will need to build a house. Your help is needed in this challenge - fundraisers for funds for a downpayment are greatly appreciated! The doctors are predicting it could be 6 months or less that they will release Matthew, so this house needs to be built ASAP! Thanks to those of you that have suggested pursuing ABC's Extreme Makeover Home Edition. We could submit an application, but we can't count on the Kurz family being chosen in the timeframe needed. And there is another complication - they don't own the house they live in - it's the church's property.
Andrew has another speech contest today (Saturday) in Cole Camp. We'll be cheering for him from afar.
Lucas and Timothy have come down with colds so their weekend activity has changed too. They were going to see Matthew, but now they can't. Let's pray they can stay well so that they can be with their brother again soon.
The Lord be with you all.
Rachel Asburry
Matthew's godmother
Despite going through surgery yesterday and having the flu, Matthew was a real trouper and did everything the therapists told him to do on their regular visit in the afternoon. The speech therapist continues to work with Matthew on his responses and hand signals. Each time he responds to her questions quicker and she has told him to put his hand/fist in a very definite position for yes/no so that is very clear that he understands the question and has a clear response.
The physical therapist commented to Erich that he's noticed Matthew has more range of motion when the therapist moves his legs and arms around. More positive news!
There is no doubt any longer - the Kurz family will definitely have to move. Finding a house for sale in the Cole Camp area that is wheelchair accessible and fits their needs is almost impossible, so they will need to build a house. Your help is needed in this challenge - fundraisers for funds for a downpayment are greatly appreciated! The doctors are predicting it could be 6 months or less that they will release Matthew, so this house needs to be built ASAP! Thanks to those of you that have suggested pursuing ABC's Extreme Makeover Home Edition. We could submit an application, but we can't count on the Kurz family being chosen in the timeframe needed. And there is another complication - they don't own the house they live in - it's the church's property.
Andrew has another speech contest today (Saturday) in Cole Camp. We'll be cheering for him from afar.
Lucas and Timothy have come down with colds so their weekend activity has changed too. They were going to see Matthew, but now they can't. Let's pray they can stay well so that they can be with their brother again soon.
The Lord be with you all.
Rachel Asburry
Matthew's godmother
posted by Randy Asburry @ 8:03 AM
7 Comments:
At 3:21 PM,
Anonymous said…
thank you so much for all of these updates.
god's blessing.
At 8:15 AM,
Anonymous said…
I too am thankful for the updates. Matthew and his family continues to be in our prayers. Concerning the house....could a room and bath that would be wheelchair excessible be added onto the present house??? Have the 2 congregations that Pastor Kurz's serves been presented with this idea???
At 9:35 AM,
Anonymous said…
As someone else suggested, a more economical option might be to remodel their current home.
Thanks for the updates. Matthew and his family continue to be in our prayers.
At 9:57 AM,
Anonymous said…
Is there a therapist that works with matthew by the name of Adam? My sister was there a few years ago and that was her therapist and he was wonderful. Just curious. Matthew is in great hands and I continue to remember him and his family in my prayers. Thanks for there wonderful updates.
At 11:57 AM,
Anonymous said…
Hey Matthew,
I work with your Aunt Miriam at NHC in North Augusta, S.C. Our center's employees have really been concerned about you and your health. We have been and will continue to pray for you and your family. Continue to keep your
head up and your eyes on the Lord.
He's our Hope and Strength. His
Word says He will never leave or
forsake us.
Fondly,
Audrey B. and
Dietary
Partners @
North Augusta
At 4:47 PM,
Anonymous said…
adding a bedroom and a bath to the exiting house is a wonderful idea and much more economical one not only for the Kurz's but for the congregations involved. Many homes have been made wheelchair accessible.
At 10:13 AM,
Anonymous said…
adding a bedroom and a bath to the current house is a much better idea. It is asking quite a bit to expect the congregations and community to pay for a new house Many homes have been made wheelchair accessible.
6:47 PM
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