U p d a t e

Wednesday June 21  

 

There have been a few small improvements with Patrick in the past few weeks. Although he remains in the state emerging from the coma, he is a little more responsive. They put in a smaller trachea tube and most of the time it is capped off.  The doctors think they'll be able to remove it completely pretty soon. With the smaller tube he has been able to make sounds, of course everyone is hoping that the sounds will change into actual words before long.   

 

The fundraiser held at the All Asia Bar in Cambridge on May 18th was a tremendous success. The event raised over $1800.00. The venue was filled to capacity, the bands were terrific, and everyone had a great time. A huge thank you to Amanda Condon-Rivera for planning and coordinating the event!  John & Marianne are using the money raised at the concert fundraiser for a massage therapist, reiki therapist, and a nurse to stay with Patrick overnight a couple times a week. Family members and friends are also staying with him overnight.  

 

Brady has been to visit Patrick (and some of the other patients on the floor). The man sharing the room with Pat is delighted with him. He is a very friendly and gentle dog.   Thank you again for all your support and prayers during the past 3 1/2 months. As you know Marianne's life has been consumed with staying at the hospital with Pat. She & John want everyone to know how much they have needed and appreciated all of your help.  

 

 

Thank you, Cara Brewin  

If you have any questions please feel free to e-mail me. fletchercbrewin@comcast.net  

 

Visiting Hours are 1pm - 8pm. Room # 803   Patrick Killelea Room # 803 Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital 125 Nashua St. Boston, MA 02114