Help Chris Heal: Overcome Medical Emergency

Help Chris Recover from Traumatic Medical Emergency

On the morning of Tuesday, June 17, our dear friend Chris McElyea suffered a severe and unexpected seizure at home. Thankfully, his fiancée Gina Herrera was still there and able to help him when he collapsed and quickly called 911.

What followed has been nothing short of a nightmare. Chris experienced a second seizure in the ER and doctors discovered the seizures were so intense that he had broken both of his arms and dislocated both shoulders. He is currently in the hospital recovering from one arm surgery, with another major surgery still pending for the other arm and shoulder. The pain is unbearable.

As you can imagine, this has turned their world upside down. Chris is in immense pain and completely dependent on Gina and nurses for everything! She hasn’t left his side, acting as his full-time caregiver and advocate. At this point, Chris is unable to work and Gina is taking as much time off as possible, but the road to recovery is uncertain and long. Doctors are still trying to determine the underlying cause of the seizures.

Here’s how you can help:

Chris and Gina are now facing a serious financial burden on top of everything else, extended hospital stays, multiple surgeries, loss of income, and the need for in-home care, medical supplies, handicap-accessible resources, transportation help, and daily living support.

If you’re able, please consider donating to help cover:

• Medical expenses and surgeries

• Time away from work

• Accessible equipment for recovery at home

• Transportation and food

• Any ongoing care and therapies Chris will need

Gina and Chris are two of the most loving, loyal and humble people. I know it pains them more to ask for help, but right now they need their family, friends and community to rally around them to keep their spirits up! Every donation, no matter how big or small, will make a difference.

Let’s lift them up during this incredibly difficult time.