Friday, August 24, 2007

Update #39

The Brinkerhoffs were told today that Nick is being released from the hospital and fulltime rehab on 9/7.

They'll meet with all his doctors on 9/6 to discuss their recommendations for what's next - what kind of rehab, how long, etc.

They requests prayers for discernment as they'll have a lot of decisions to make at that time.

Nick is SO excited to come home!

Because of his advancements, life should be a bit easier than the last time he was home. But there will still be many challenges.

The El Cajon Posse has offered to come in and make modifications on the house to accommodate Nick's wheelchair. Hopefully they can get that done before the 7th.

Nick's doctor sent some of his blood to the Mayo Clinic, but the results aren't helpful in trying to determine the cause of all this. Children's just did some scans to see how the affected artery is healing. They should have results in a week.

Nick's improvements continue to be gradual - speech and movement slowly advancing.

Dwight and Lisa wanted us to see some photos of Nick's progress - an awesome picture of God's powerful, merciful hand at work in the life of this wonderful young man:

With his sis
Off the respirator!

First wheelchair ride

Just out of ICU

Smiling!

Thumbs up after his first pizza

Tearing up the halls on the trike

5 comments:

Anonymous said...

hey Nick
i am soooooooo happy to hear that you are healing faster. i have heard so much good news about you from the guys at school. we all still pray everyday. I heard from mr. keough that you are going to come back soon which is awsome.

xoxo
Sarah Damman

Anonymous said...

Wow...all i can say is wow.

you are awesome! oh my gosh, september 7th is the goal to be back at school. that is fantastic. I am praying for you. man, you progress is amazing! i read the past few updates with my jaw dropped! :-D

Anonymous said...

Nick,
I am so happy that you are doing better! I cant wait to see you at school.!

love macey

Anonymous said...

Nick thats great i loved your pictures hope to see you again. Keep up the great work.
Michael Melanese.

Anonymous said...

Praise God!
Nick you are such a strong young man! Your perseverance has been a great encouragement to me and my family.
I can't wait to see you back at school. Mrs. Mena has moved from my 4th grade team up to 7th and 8th Writing and Speech. She put you at a table group and Rebekah is excited to be in it. She is looking forward to helping you in any way that she can.
You are living testimony that the faithful, fervant prayers of the righteous avail much!
See you soon,
Mrs. LaPlante