Bill Haas Medical
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Bill Haas is Associate Director of the Oak Hills Center For Indian Ministries (Bemidji, MN)/Director of the Mokahum Ministry Center (Cass Lake, MN). Bill has been married to the love of his life, Cindy, for 35 years and have been blessed with two beautiful daughters (Leah and Kayla) and two energetic grandsons (Preston and Ethan). The Haases have spent virtually their whole married life as missionaries, church planters and passionate followers of Jesus Christ.
On Tuesday, July 24, Bill experienced what seemed like symptoms related to that of a heart attack. Upon admittance in the Bemidji Sanford Medical Center, it was diagnosed that Bill's symptoms were related to an aneurysm pressing against the stem of his brain. Because of the immediate need for a very delicate and specialized surgery, Bill was transported by ambulance to Fargo, ND where he had surgery to address this life threatening situation the very next day. The surgery was deemed a success although medical professionals cautioned there might be some residual side affects related to the serious nature of the surgery. Upon his discharge on Friday, July 27, Bill returned home to his family with renewed focus on adjusting to a "new normal". On Sunday, July 29, Bill was intent on spending the morning worshiping his Savior at a local church (which should not surprise anyone that knows the heart of Bill Haas). Towards the end of the service, Bill began experiencing symptoms that were thought to be abnormal and stroke like in nature. Bill was immediately brought to the ER where he was admitted for observation as to what was medically happening. Because no stroke like symptoms manifested themselves, Bill returned home on Monday, July 30 to resume his recovery. Early on the morning of July 31, Bill again felt like something wasn't right and asked Cindy to transport him back to the hospital for medical intervention. Upon arrival at the hospital, Bill's situation had worsened to the point where his speech was significantly slurred and the left side of his face and body had lost functionality. It was immediately determined that Bill needed to be airlifted to Fargo. Upon his arrival in Fargo, the doctors confirmed that Bill had indeed suffered a stroke which could be traced back to his surgery a week earlier.
The long road to recovery is now underway as medical professionals in Fargo treat the small blood clots that stimulated Bill's stroke activity. The physical, occupational and speech therapy that is needed in the days ahead is sure to be exhaustive and physically taxing. Bill understands this and is ready for the challenge. He's told the nurses that he has a warrior mentality that's not about to let this beat him.
This fund is being set up as a means to assist the Haas family with costs related to this unexpected and significant medical situation. Outside of Bill's medical treatment , deductible and transportation costs, Cindy will be taking a leave of absence from her job to assist with Bill's recovery. Inevitably, this will put considerable stress upon their family's finances for the foreseeable future.
If able, your financial assistance would be greatly appreciated. That said, the Haas family would covet your prayers for a miraculous and complete recovery. Cindy mentioned they rest in complete confidence "that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him" (Romans 8:28), including the trials they presently face.
On Tuesday, July 24, Bill experienced what seemed like symptoms related to that of a heart attack. Upon admittance in the Bemidji Sanford Medical Center, it was diagnosed that Bill's symptoms were related to an aneurysm pressing against the stem of his brain. Because of the immediate need for a very delicate and specialized surgery, Bill was transported by ambulance to Fargo, ND where he had surgery to address this life threatening situation the very next day. The surgery was deemed a success although medical professionals cautioned there might be some residual side affects related to the serious nature of the surgery. Upon his discharge on Friday, July 27, Bill returned home to his family with renewed focus on adjusting to a "new normal". On Sunday, July 29, Bill was intent on spending the morning worshiping his Savior at a local church (which should not surprise anyone that knows the heart of Bill Haas). Towards the end of the service, Bill began experiencing symptoms that were thought to be abnormal and stroke like in nature. Bill was immediately brought to the ER where he was admitted for observation as to what was medically happening. Because no stroke like symptoms manifested themselves, Bill returned home on Monday, July 30 to resume his recovery. Early on the morning of July 31, Bill again felt like something wasn't right and asked Cindy to transport him back to the hospital for medical intervention. Upon arrival at the hospital, Bill's situation had worsened to the point where his speech was significantly slurred and the left side of his face and body had lost functionality. It was immediately determined that Bill needed to be airlifted to Fargo. Upon his arrival in Fargo, the doctors confirmed that Bill had indeed suffered a stroke which could be traced back to his surgery a week earlier.
The long road to recovery is now underway as medical professionals in Fargo treat the small blood clots that stimulated Bill's stroke activity. The physical, occupational and speech therapy that is needed in the days ahead is sure to be exhaustive and physically taxing. Bill understands this and is ready for the challenge. He's told the nurses that he has a warrior mentality that's not about to let this beat him.
This fund is being set up as a means to assist the Haas family with costs related to this unexpected and significant medical situation. Outside of Bill's medical treatment , deductible and transportation costs, Cindy will be taking a leave of absence from her job to assist with Bill's recovery. Inevitably, this will put considerable stress upon their family's finances for the foreseeable future.
If able, your financial assistance would be greatly appreciated. That said, the Haas family would covet your prayers for a miraculous and complete recovery. Cindy mentioned they rest in complete confidence "that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him" (Romans 8:28), including the trials they presently face.
Organiser and beneficiary
Daniel Hovestol
Organiser
Bemidji, MN
Cindy Haas
Beneficiary
