We saw Dan after his CT scan and there are some real postives:
brain didn't show any increase in swelling or damage so it was stable
lungs seem strong they are leaving him on the vent due to upcoming surgery on his right wrist and face.
His vitals have been steady since surgery which is really good.
He does have a broken lower jaw both sides all the way through. His left eye socket has a lot of damage below his eye and fractures above his eyes and left temple plate.
They are going to try to do surgery on his rt wrist and face. Once surgeries are done maybe later this week or the beginning of next week, they will consider removing the vent. He is progressing but not out of the woods yet.
Kris
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All - know that there are some prayer warriors at work in SoCal, as well. Dan connected with our Kaleo High Schoolers in some very positive ways a couple of weeks ago and we aren't about to forget.
ReplyDeletethank you amazing how many people are praying.
ReplyDeleteI was wondering if some of your kids could write some encouraging words to his parents and/or Dan. I know it would encourage his parents to know his impact. Let me know if you need more info.
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Kris - just saw your comment. If I can get to a couple of the young men, should be no problem getting them to write. In the meantime, where would you like us to send our notes?
ReplyDeletee-mail them to me at kris_mengarelli@msn.com
ReplyDeleteHi, Kris - my name is Julie (Barker) Little and I'm one of Dan's cousins from the east. THANK YOU for your love and care of Danny. He'll need friends like you for a long time. Thank you. And thanks for taking care of Linda and Steve. You're an angel on earth, it seems. It's great to know you - thru the internet, anyway.
ReplyDeleteCan you tell me if Dan has health insurance? Is there any account set up to help him with all of the expenses that will arise from this? If you know anything about this, please let me know so I can spread the word over here in my neck of the woods to drum up some support.
God Bless you, Kris. Thank you for being there for Dan when so many of us can't. I REALLY appreciate your efforts to keep us all informed.
Sincerely-
JULIE BARKER LITTLE
Julie,
ReplyDeleteIt is good to hear from you, I am glad that I am able to help Dan and his family. I think of him as a little brother more than a co-worker so it is pretty natural to help out.
Sorry I didn't comment sooner, I haven't been checking comments here as much. I am sure that you have seen that we have set up a fund for Dan and as Michelle mentioned you can send checks made out to Dan Barker Medical Fund to:
UCYC
1400 Paradise Valley Rd
Prescott, AZ 86303
Dan does have insurance so we are looking at raising his max out of pocket and I don't know what that is at this time. Regardless any and all help is appreciated.
Feel free to contact me anytime if you have more questions.
Kris