It has been a while, so a brief update is in order:
- Richard is home! All is well so far.
- We are learning how to execute our training in our house, which is challenging at times, but we are getting the hang of it.
- Richards blood clot remains in his leg, which is of course a good thing. His blood test yesterday revealed that his blood is good. No hep. Just kidding.
- Traveling is a little bit of a challenge but we are conquering it with ease. Richard has been to Best Buy (Thanks to buddies Josh and Travis) and to ChickFilA with George and I… And of course, the best trip was to the hospital for a check-up… and the discovery upon arrival that I had forgotten the wheelchair seat. Fortunately, the lobby throw-pillows were the perfect size. :)
- Upon Richards return home, we are realizing with even greater certainly, that we not only need more items to make him comfortable and independent, we are also beginning to see the need to have something set up to help cover his expenses for the long-term. Thanks so some friends at Buckhead Church, we were recommended to look into setting up a foundation for Richard with an organization called Helping Hands. After meeting with the director and looking into their practices, we decided to move forward. Many of you have offered to help financially and we have “held you off.” Not because we didn’t need it, but because we wanted to accept it in the proper way. SO… now is the time.
If you would like to give to Richard’s Medical and Care Foundation simply go to: https://www.hhmin.org/make_donation_projects.php
Under “Project Category” select Medical Projects, from the drop-down. And under “Project” select Corbett, Richard. The rest is simply your information. All gifts are considered a Charitable Donation and are tax deductible. Helping Hands will send you the documentation following the gift.
Also, many of you have talked to us of your interest in doing a benefit or fundraiser for Richard. We are super-excited about the ideas you all have. Just let George or I know (erinleigh.kinyanjui@gmail.com) if you are planning to do so, and we can help you figure out the best way to get the funds to this foundation. (We will also help you advertise through our contacts, twitter, etc.)
Thank you all so very much for your prayers and generosity! …And now I shall nap. :)
