Some updates from Loni... He had a great day yesterday! He is still on life support (breathing machine) but he was able to breath 16 times a minute yesterday for hours, so they are hoping they can get him off the machine soon. And he was able to sit up yesterday and held up well. The bed he is in turns into a chair and he had support for his back to keep him up but he was able to tolerate it which is a good sign for him to be in a wheelchair later on. It is still day by day but that is a huge leap for him. Keep the prayers coming....THEY ARE WORKING!!!
Thursday, March 29, 2012
Wednesday, March 28, 2012
Updates on Chuck
I talked to Loni last night and she said Chuck had not been feeling well the past few days. They found bleeding in his stomach caused by his feeding tube. They were able to repair it so, hopefully, that helps him to feel better and heal faster. Chuck's lungs are still having a hard time with the ventilator and are trying to reject it. Loni did say that he asks for her to move his ankle and foot around and that it feels good. We're thinking that's a good sign that he can feel it!!! They are still waiting on the swelling on his spine to go down to see if that helps him regain some more feeling.
He will be getting a new tracheotomy that will allow him to talk and eat so when he is a little more stable they will be moving him to a rehab center. The facilities that specialize in this type of rehab are out of state though. Chicago and Atlanta are some options, Loni said since they are transferring him via ambulance that they will probably go with Chicago so he doesn't have to make such a long trip. Doctors have said the damage in his spine and brain stem is pretty substantial, so please keep him in your prayers. God is greater than any diagnoses!
He will be getting a new tracheotomy that will allow him to talk and eat so when he is a little more stable they will be moving him to a rehab center. The facilities that specialize in this type of rehab are out of state though. Chicago and Atlanta are some options, Loni said since they are transferring him via ambulance that they will probably go with Chicago so he doesn't have to make such a long trip. Doctors have said the damage in his spine and brain stem is pretty substantial, so please keep him in your prayers. God is greater than any diagnoses!
Friday, March 23, 2012
Prayers
Chuck had some more tests ran yesterday and doctors are almost positive that he had a stroke in his brain stem and not Guillain-Barre syndrome. For now they don't know how much of a recovery he will make because there was a fair amount of damage. He still has some swelling on his spine, so they are hopeful that when that goes down he will regain some of the feeling in his body. Chuck is still not able to breathe on his own and is paralyzed from the neck down, but he has some feeling in his arm and chest.
Please, keep the prayers coming. Chuck, Loni, and their boys need all that they can get right now. Someone posted a comment on the post below this one last night. It is a great reminder that you have to stay positive and believe that God is always there with you.
Please, keep the prayers coming. Chuck, Loni, and their boys need all that they can get right now. Someone posted a comment on the post below this one last night. It is a great reminder that you have to stay positive and believe that God is always there with you.
Thursday, March 22, 2012
Ideas for auction items
Hi again, I found some ideas for gift baskets and items that I wanted to share with everyone.
If you can help with any of these things (even if it's just one item) please let me know. You can email me at amandalabath@gmail.com.
Thanks for all of your support!
- Movie Night Out Basket
- Children's' Books Basket
- Car Care Basket
- Spa Package Basket
- Dine Out Basket
- Toy Basket
- Kitchen Basket
- Hair Care Basket
If you can help with any of these things (even if it's just one item) please let me know. You can email me at amandalabath@gmail.com.
Thanks for all of your support!
Davis Family Benefit
The Davis Family Benefit is scheduled for April 28th. We plan to begin at 1 at Billy's Roadside Bistro in Wentzville. We are will have gift/theme baskets and other small items for a silent auction. We have just started planning the benefit, so I will post more information as plans come together. Thanks everyone!
Wednesday, March 21, 2012
Updates for March 21
Since writing the last post Chuck has been transported to a different hospital. One that will hopefully be able to shed some more light on what is happening. Loni has been informed that they do not believe Chuck has Guillain-Barre syndrome. Instead, they think that he may have had what is the equivalent to a heart attack on his brain stem. Chuck is now off his breathing tube and has gotten a tracheotomy to help with his breathing. That should allow him to communicate better, and we all know Chuck likes to talk!
We are working on organizing a benefit for them. We plan to have a silent auction and could use donations for baskets or just individual items. If you have anything that you could donate please let us know. The benefit is scheduled for April 28th, so we are in a bit of a time crunch. You can contact me (Amanda) through this blog. I will have the benefit flyer posted on here as soon as it's finished and also will keep you updated on Chuck's progress.
I know that Loni and Chuck appreciate the support of their friends and family. Please keep the prayers coming!
We are working on organizing a benefit for them. We plan to have a silent auction and could use donations for baskets or just individual items. If you have anything that you could donate please let us know. The benefit is scheduled for April 28th, so we are in a bit of a time crunch. You can contact me (Amanda) through this blog. I will have the benefit flyer posted on here as soon as it's finished and also will keep you updated on Chuck's progress.
I know that Loni and Chuck appreciate the support of their friends and family. Please keep the prayers coming!
March 16
Chuck and Loni had just celebrated their 6th anniversary by enjoying a second honeymoon in Tennessee. On the morning of March 16th Chuck woke up with pain in his chest and was having trouble breathing. Loni rushed him to the hospital and within a few hours Chuck was admitted to the ICU, on a ventilator, and paralyzed from the neck down. Doctor's were unsure what was wrong with him, they just knew that they needed to figure it out quickly. After running multiple tests they decided to start treating him for Guillain-Barre syndrome, but weren't positive that was it. Since Friday Chuck has been on a ventilator and only able to communicate by blinking his eyes. It was confirmed that Chuck does have Guillain-Barre syndrome.
Guillain-Barre syndrome is a disorder in which your body's immune system attacks your nerves. Weakness and tingling in your extremities are usually the first symptoms. These sensations can quickly spread, eventually paralyzing your whole body. The exact cause of Guillain-Barre syndrome is unknown, but it is often preceded by an infectious illness such as a respiratory infection or the stomach flu. Luckily, Guillain-Barre syndrome is uncommon, affecting only 1 or 2 people per 100,000. There's no known cure for Guillain-Barre syndrome, but several treatments can ease symptoms and reduce the duration of the illness. Most people recover from Guillain-Barre syndrome, though some may experience lingering effects from it, such as weakness, numbness or fatigue.
This hit them out of nowhere and as of right now, they just have to wait and see how things go. There is no way to tell how long Chuck will be hospitalized, but we are all praying that he recovers quickly so he can get back to his family. Those of you that know Chuck know that he is a fantastic husband and an even better father to his five boys, Alex (14), Chasen (12), Brandon (10), C4 (4), and Emry (1).
Worries about finances should be the last thing Loni and Chuck should have to think about. We are working on holding a benefit auction for their family. If you have items that you would like to donate please contact us. If you would prefer to make a monetary donation you can do so through this blog. Loni will also be setting up a donation account through her bank. I will post that information as soon as it becomes available.
Prayers for a full recovery are greatly appreciated.
Guillain-Barre syndrome is a disorder in which your body's immune system attacks your nerves. Weakness and tingling in your extremities are usually the first symptoms. These sensations can quickly spread, eventually paralyzing your whole body. The exact cause of Guillain-Barre syndrome is unknown, but it is often preceded by an infectious illness such as a respiratory infection or the stomach flu. Luckily, Guillain-Barre syndrome is uncommon, affecting only 1 or 2 people per 100,000. There's no known cure for Guillain-Barre syndrome, but several treatments can ease symptoms and reduce the duration of the illness. Most people recover from Guillain-Barre syndrome, though some may experience lingering effects from it, such as weakness, numbness or fatigue.
This hit them out of nowhere and as of right now, they just have to wait and see how things go. There is no way to tell how long Chuck will be hospitalized, but we are all praying that he recovers quickly so he can get back to his family. Those of you that know Chuck know that he is a fantastic husband and an even better father to his five boys, Alex (14), Chasen (12), Brandon (10), C4 (4), and Emry (1).
Worries about finances should be the last thing Loni and Chuck should have to think about. We are working on holding a benefit auction for their family. If you have items that you would like to donate please contact us. If you would prefer to make a monetary donation you can do so through this blog. Loni will also be setting up a donation account through her bank. I will post that information as soon as it becomes available.
Prayers for a full recovery are greatly appreciated.
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