Cordy's Second Chance

On January 5 at approximately 10:30PM, our dear brother, son and friend, Angel Cordero ("Cordy") Garcia, was the unfortunate victim of a tragic motor vehicle accident. That night, we were told by doctors to either consider organ donation or prepare for him to be in a vegetative state if he ever came out of his coma. It was the worst night of our family's lives. Cordy has always been a bright, intelligent, and caring young man full of personality and spunk. Anybody who knows Cordy will tell you that he could light up a room. Cordy was not only kind but he was also a very dedicated young man. Just before his accident, he was following his dreams and practicing to try out for a professional soccer team. Cordy was also only two classes away from achieving his bachelor’s degree in Business Administration. He had so much going for him and it all came to a halt. Cordy suffered a traumatic brain injury and was in a coma three months. He also suffered from a severe open fracture on his right arm.  Surgery was performed and doctors managed to save his right.

On February 1, 2016, Cordy was airlifted to Texas Neuro-Rehab Center in Austin, TX where he would undergo physical, speech and occupational therapy. As he slowly began to regain consciousness, we were able to see his condition more clearly. Despite what doctors had told us, Cordy pushed through and fought hard to come back to us.  Although he is a different Cordy. He is learning to do everything all over again. At first he could not walk, talk, eat or perform even the most basic functions. But he hasn't given up and neither will we. Thankfully he has been backed by a dedicated and loving support system. Cordy's condition is slowly improving and he is learning how to eat and speak again. We have begun to see a little bit more of our Cordy as his condition improves. He constantly mutters to his mom “I want to walk.” He is trying so hard and always seems so hopeful for a better future. Everyday he acknowledges how grateful he is that God gave him this second chance. Cordy is not mobile yet and suffers from stiffness, inaudible speech and involuntary movements caused by the brain damage he endured. He is also hearing impaired from his left ear and partially in his right because of the accident. With therapy and time we are hopeful that Cordy's mobility, speech and hearing will return.

Doctors and therapists at the Texas Neuro Rehab Center did all that they could to help but unfortunately due to insurance purposes, Cordy could not continue with the therapy he needs. We have sought help from DARS (Department of Assistive and Rehabilitative Services) but funding is not and has not been available for almost three months.

Cordy was sent to a nursing home in McAllen to receive care, with minimal therapy. Cordy needs post-acute neurological care that is not available in the valley. He is not ready to give up and we are definitely not giving up on him. We are determined to get Cordy the treatment he needs so that he can have the future that he deserves. We are hoping to raise funds for Cordy’s care along with any ADA modifications that he will need in his home. His care is estimated to be about $1,000 a day and he'll need this care for three months. These unfortunate circumstances have also caused his mother to take a long leave of absence from her career in order to care for Cordy. If he is able to receive the neurological rehab care that he needs, his mother will leave work again to be by his side as she has been from day one. We are asking for any donations  to assist in getting him the treatment he so desperately needs.  Since I (his sister) live in Oklahoma, Khiabet, his girlfriend and caretaker, will be accepting the donations and ensuring that these funds are used for Cordy.  Even the smallest donation goes a long way.  Another way you can help is to share his story. 

We greatly appreciate your love, support and prayers.