Maci’s Medical Fund

Hi everyone,

For those of you that don’t know us personally we are the Knox Family (Sam-me, Steve-Dad, Kroy and Arlo - sons and Maci- daughter). On Monday morning Maci was rushed to the ER and found to be in DKA (diabetic ketoacidosis). She was diagnosed with new onset Type 1 Diabetes at the age of 15 months old. We were quickly admitted to the pediatric ICU and Maine Medical Center and have been here ever since. I (Sam/mom) am a nurse and had just dropped to per diem status in the fall of 2022 to allow more time to care for our 4 year old autistic son Arlo as well as our 7 year old Kroy who is currently in school full time and busy with extracurriculars. Given Macis new diagnosis and the constant care she will require I am unsure when I will even be able to return to work. This hospital stay, 2 ER visits in the 24 hours leading up to her diagnosis, multiple specialist visits as well as all of her diabetic testing supplies/pumps/insulin are going to put a significant financial strain on our family. We now have 2 out of 3 children with special needs/medical complexities. As a nurse I’m used to helping others, but as cliche as it sounds, I don’t like to ask for help myself. I do not expect anything from anyone, but if you would like to help us financially it would be appreciated more than you know! Anything raised will go towards her medical bills, diabetic supplies and anything that may be leftover would just be used for everyday living costs, such as gas to get her to and from the specialist that will be an hour from our home. Our family is so thankful for any support, well wishes and love that we have received. We know we have a wonderful village and could never get through this without you all. When Maci is feeling better and decides to wake up we will be sure to tell her how many people love her ❤️