
Andrew's Miracle Machine
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My name is Blake Burgan and I am a senior at Sachem High School. I have been playing baseball since I was 4 and have been invited to participate in the 11th annual Power Showcase Home Run Derby. As part of this wonderful opportunity I am partnering with the Marty Lion's Foundation. I am seeking your support in raising funds to donate to Andrew Rosa.

Andrew Rosa of Selden, New York was just your average high school student with high honors. He dreamt of going to college to study architecture, played soccer for a travel team and even volunteered as a junior firefighter at his local department for several years. Most students his age focused on passing classes and Xbox but Andrew was an active community member, giving back to those in need and always putting others before himself. He was on his way to living a rewarding and successful life until he was struck by a car while he rode his bike home. That moment changed the life Andrew and his family was living. The force of the car left Andrew in a coma for months while fighting for his life. He suffered a Traumatic Brain Injury, multiple broken bones, collapsed lungs, a bruised heart and liver lacerations. Andrew became known as a miracle for serving such horrific trauma to his body. His road to recover would be long, difficult and unpredictable. He has undergone numerous brain operations and battled multiple cases of pneumonia. Years later and Andrew is still fighting a battle each day. He now lacks the capability of simple tasks such as walking and talking. Without the ability to care for himself, he requires 24/7 nursing care and lots of love and support from his friends and family. Little by little Andrew shows signs of regaining brain function due to intense therapy he receives in his home. Although the therapy is making an impact on his recover the ability to use special rehabilitation equipment would further his progression. Having access to a Quadriciser would benefit Andrew in countless ways. This miracle machine is prove to stimulate the brain while simultaneously encouraging muscle memory in the extremities which later results in neurological connections and advancements. Andrew’s recovery would be enriched to new boundaries if he had access to this medical equipment. Andrew has been fighting for so long and has the strength to keep carrying on, grant him this miracle.


Organizer
Eileen Valenti
Organizer
Holbrook, NY