Help Matt Reich with Emergency Medical Expenses
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Our brother, Matt Reich, is in a serious situation and could really use your help.
On Monday, February 22nd, 2021, Matt was riding his bicycle back home from one of his current joys--volunteering at Turning Point, a Bradenton area homeless shelter--when he was tragically struck by a car. Matt was taken to Blake Medical Center where he underwent emergency surgery to remove part of a lung, and there it was discovered he had sustained multiple injuries including 42 fractures (mainly ribs, neck, back and right arm) along with multiple cuts and bruises.
Today, February 24th, he is undergoing surgery to pin his pelvis and on the 25th will have his broken neck (C7) stabilized. He is currently intubated, responsive even with sedation, and his supportive family is readying for a long road to recovery, including many more surgeries and rehabilitation.
Matt was born and raised in Park Rapids, MN to Dr. Guy and Cathy Reich. He is the youngest of 3 and graduated in 2000 with a close knit class from Park Rapids High School. In 2005, after living with friends and attending the University of Minnesota, he moved to New York City where he lived for 15 years. Matt recently made the decision to move to Florida to be closer to family and work on his physical and emotional well-being after a rough spell in NYC and during quarantine.
He has had a fresh start--with a part-time job at Home Depot, his volunteer work, and enjoying time with family--so this accident was much more than just a physical blow to him. While the family searches for answers in regards to the driver of the car and emergency insurance, any contribution you are able to share will be graciously accepted to literally help him get back on his feet!
Heartfelt thanks,
Megan Tateishi and Allison Kallevig
(Matt's sisters)
Some of you have also asked where you can send Matt a get well card. Thank you for helping lift his spirits also!
Matt Reich
℅ Cathy and Guy Reich
19404 Solarzano St
Venice, FL 34293
On Monday, February 22nd, 2021, Matt was riding his bicycle back home from one of his current joys--volunteering at Turning Point, a Bradenton area homeless shelter--when he was tragically struck by a car. Matt was taken to Blake Medical Center where he underwent emergency surgery to remove part of a lung, and there it was discovered he had sustained multiple injuries including 42 fractures (mainly ribs, neck, back and right arm) along with multiple cuts and bruises.
Today, February 24th, he is undergoing surgery to pin his pelvis and on the 25th will have his broken neck (C7) stabilized. He is currently intubated, responsive even with sedation, and his supportive family is readying for a long road to recovery, including many more surgeries and rehabilitation.
Matt was born and raised in Park Rapids, MN to Dr. Guy and Cathy Reich. He is the youngest of 3 and graduated in 2000 with a close knit class from Park Rapids High School. In 2005, after living with friends and attending the University of Minnesota, he moved to New York City where he lived for 15 years. Matt recently made the decision to move to Florida to be closer to family and work on his physical and emotional well-being after a rough spell in NYC and during quarantine.
He has had a fresh start--with a part-time job at Home Depot, his volunteer work, and enjoying time with family--so this accident was much more than just a physical blow to him. While the family searches for answers in regards to the driver of the car and emergency insurance, any contribution you are able to share will be graciously accepted to literally help him get back on his feet!
Heartfelt thanks,
Megan Tateishi and Allison Kallevig
(Matt's sisters)
Some of you have also asked where you can send Matt a get well card. Thank you for helping lift his spirits also!
Matt Reich
℅ Cathy and Guy Reich
19404 Solarzano St
Venice, FL 34293
Organizer and beneficiary
Ann Clark
Organizer
Bradenton, FL
Elton Reich
Beneficiary
