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1 day at a time for Ryan, after a life altering ATV accident

My name is Tomieka and I am starting this campaign for a friend/co-worker of mine that was in a horrible ATV accident. The accident occurred on August 9th, but Ryan did not realize the extent of his injuries until August 11th. He found out he had multiple broken ribs, broken collarbone, and a punctured lung. He was transported via ambulance to the nearest hospital that was equipped to handle such injuries. He underwent two surgeries and was in the hospital for almost 2 weeks.

Upon being released, Ryan wasn't even home for 24 hours before family and friends could not get a hold of him. So, his daughter sent the police for a wellness check and Ryans father happened to show up at the same time - they all went in. To find out that Ryan had fallen at least 3 times in the past 18 hours and had no use or feeling in the entire right side of his body. He was once again rushed to the hospital, only to find out that he had, had 3 minor and 1 major stoke. Ryan was than life flighted to the hospital more equipped for this, where he underwent surgery again. This time the stay in the hospital was almost a full month. From extensive therapy, to learning how to walk again.

Ryan is now slowly recovering but it is going to take time and patience as he continues with outpatient therapy. He is out of PTO and as we all know bills do not stop just because we get injured or sick. I want this campaign to help Ryan financially so that he can concentrate on getting well. Anything helps, $5.00, $20.00 or even just a prayer. This incident has humbled Ryan, but he is not one that would ask for help on his own - that is why I am doing it on his behalf.

Thank you in advance for any donations or good thought sent Ryan's way!
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Donations (3)

  • Eric Scofield
    • $100
    • 4 d
  • samuel peterson
    • $200
    • 12 d
  • Alyssa Ostlund
    • $601st donor
    • 13 d
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Tomieka Defoe
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Hoyt Lakes, MN
Tracy Zimmer
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