Dennis Needs Us: Facing Years of Recovery

Dennis Ogilvie is a 41 year old father, devoted to his family, a hard working plumber whose hands have helped build so many lives and homes/buildings in his community. He had a hand in building the hospital where he currently is fighting for his life. Tragically, Dennis was in a bike accident Monday January 20th. He broke 10 ribs and shattered several vertebrae(his back). He is paralyzed below his rib cage. These injuries are disabling and currently life threatening as his lungs/breathing are affected. He has a chest tube to reinflate his collapsed lung. He is on supplemental oxygen. He is very high risk for pneumonia as he can not deep breath, cough, or clear his airway well.

Dennis has always been the rock of his family, providing not only through his work but also with his love, kindness, and unwavering support. Now, he needs to be on the receiving end of that support. He faces an uncertain road ahead. Doctors have informed his family that his recovery will take time-potentially one or 2 years, possibly longer. In the meantime, Dennis will be unable to return to the career he has dedicated his life to.

We are starting this fundraiser to provide financial relief for Dennis and his family as they navigate medical bills, rehabilitation costs, costs of making their home wheelchair accessible, and day to day expenses without his steady income. Every dollar raised with go towards ensuring that Dennis and his loved ones have the support they need during this challenging time.

Dennis has always been the first to lend a hand to anyone in need. Now it's our turn to stand by him. Your donations, prayers and kind words mean the world to this incredible father,son, brother, partner ,and friend.

Thank you for being a part of Dennis's support network and helping him find hope and strength for the days ahead. Lets's remind Dennis that he is not alone in this journey.

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This story and the updates are written and provided by Sara Jakel, Dennis’s partner. He is focusing on getting better and his health, while I, Sara Jakel, help with the plethora of logistics surrounding this situation.