West Nile Virus Victim
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My dear friend Alexandra Frerichs was stricken with the West Nile Virus in August 2012, at the young age of 22. Her story is one of strength and determination and the Grace of God.
When Alex first contracted the virus she was in a coma for months and the year that followed she was in and out of hospitals, nursing homes and rehabilitation centers. Alex was left with limited mobility, she is wheelchair bound, unable to speak and in need of round the clock care. Alex is home now and is being cared for by her mother and father, Annette and Steve. After Alex became sick, Annette lost her job. Annette is Alex's caregiver, they work daily on getting her stronger. Alex is a very determined young lady and works very diligently with her exercises and therapies, unfortunately insurance will no longer cover her treatment of physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech therapy. Through the generosity of : Angels for Alex, a fundraiser she had in 2013, they were able to at seek treatment at the Carrick Brain Center (www.carrickbraincenters.com) in Atlanta, Ga. She has also been able to work with a team of Integrative doctors here in the Chicagoland area to continue her rehabilition from the Carrick Brain Center. All the doctors are confident Alex will eventually walk and talk again. It has been a slow progression but she is now able to move her legs slightly. Unfortunately the money from the fundraiser has run out do to the out of pocket therapy expensives and continued medical costs. The family has also been denied financial help through the state to renovate their home to better take care of Alex. Annette and Steve also recently had to purchase a wheelchair accessible van to transport Alex due to the physical demands put on them from lifting her in and out of their vehicle. I believe God has a special plan for my friend Alex, not only has she has to fight this difficult virus but she is also a double transplant recipient. To read more of Alex's story and see her progression follow her at: www.facebook.com/angelsforalex2013
Thank you for taking the time to read about Alex, thank you for giving whatever you can, even if it cannot be financial, please keep her in your prayers as she continues this journey.
Jeremiah 29:11 For I know the plans I have for you, declares The Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.
When Alex first contracted the virus she was in a coma for months and the year that followed she was in and out of hospitals, nursing homes and rehabilitation centers. Alex was left with limited mobility, she is wheelchair bound, unable to speak and in need of round the clock care. Alex is home now and is being cared for by her mother and father, Annette and Steve. After Alex became sick, Annette lost her job. Annette is Alex's caregiver, they work daily on getting her stronger. Alex is a very determined young lady and works very diligently with her exercises and therapies, unfortunately insurance will no longer cover her treatment of physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech therapy. Through the generosity of : Angels for Alex, a fundraiser she had in 2013, they were able to at seek treatment at the Carrick Brain Center (www.carrickbraincenters.com) in Atlanta, Ga. She has also been able to work with a team of Integrative doctors here in the Chicagoland area to continue her rehabilition from the Carrick Brain Center. All the doctors are confident Alex will eventually walk and talk again. It has been a slow progression but she is now able to move her legs slightly. Unfortunately the money from the fundraiser has run out do to the out of pocket therapy expensives and continued medical costs. The family has also been denied financial help through the state to renovate their home to better take care of Alex. Annette and Steve also recently had to purchase a wheelchair accessible van to transport Alex due to the physical demands put on them from lifting her in and out of their vehicle. I believe God has a special plan for my friend Alex, not only has she has to fight this difficult virus but she is also a double transplant recipient. To read more of Alex's story and see her progression follow her at: www.facebook.com/angelsforalex2013
Thank you for taking the time to read about Alex, thank you for giving whatever you can, even if it cannot be financial, please keep her in your prayers as she continues this journey.
Jeremiah 29:11 For I know the plans I have for you, declares The Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.
Organizer and beneficiary
Laura Houde
Organizer
Elgin, IL
Annette Frerichs
Beneficiary