Thanks for visiting my Fundraising Page for Mohawktober for Joel.
Story as explained by mum Kerry:
Three weeks today Joel (2yr old) came down with a fever, little did we know that 36 hours later he would be fighting for his life in ICU. Strep A bacteria infection led to septic shock and he rapidly went into multi organ failure resulting in him being resuscitated on arrival into ICU. We were told to prepare to say goodbye to him but our stubborn defiant little fighter had other plans! He has amazed the doctors with his progress and willpower and keeps overcoming the obstacles thrown at him. We were told that Joel would've been better off getting meningococcal as he would have a higher chance of survival.
It has been a rough few weeks with every few steps forward followed by a set back and we have a long road ahead as the septic shock along with the medications used to keep him alive caused damage to his hands and feet and he is going to lose finger tips and toes at a minimum with the possibility of more, only time will tell how substantial the injuries will be. He is currently fighting a fever again and the doctors just can't find the source of it so we are hoping it's just his immune system in overdrive trying to heal. Joel is getting stronger by the day and is now managing to sit up unassisted. Another 6-8 weeks and we should be able to go home.
We have had amazing donations from local community members, that will be put up for auction at https://m.facebook.com/joelsappealforhope/
Unfortunately we have been updated that Joel will lose both hands and feet... fortunately he is getting stronger everyday... But the costs are piling up and Joel and his mom will not be able to go back to work as he'll need full care for some time...
Joel & Mum & Dad (Kerry & Jesse) are super strong, but they need our help...
We'll sport Mohawks in October if you'll pitch in whatever you can to help little Joel the little freakin champion ????????
Can't find the words. May God bless you and your family.