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Help Johnny Heal: A Fight for Recovery

Dear friends, family, and kindhearted supporters,

Life can change in an instant, and our family has been living that reality for the past few weeks. My stepson, Johnny, went from experiencing what seemed like minor stomach discomfort to fighting for his life in the ICU. It has been a heartbreaking, terrifying, and exhausting journey, one that is far from over.

A Life-Threatening Emergency

One night, after a light dinner, Johnny collapsed in unbearable pain. He was rushed to the hospital, where doctors discovered a ruptured ulcer and a perforated stomach, leading to septic shock and, soon after, a stress induced heart attack.

Johnny spent two weeks in critical condition in the ICU, undergoing multiple emergency surgeries, intubation, and extensive medical interventions to keep him alive. His body was overwhelmed by infection, and for days, we held our breath, praying he would pull through.

Johnny is one of the strongest people I know, and true to his spirit, he is still here, fighting.

A Long Road to Recovery

Though we are beyond grateful that Johnny survived, his recovery will be long, challenging, and unpredictable. He remains in the hospital, still battling the effects of sepsis, heart strain, and the toll of multiple surgeries. He is slowly regaining strength, but every step forward is met with new hurdles.

Beyond the physical battle, this has turned our family’s world upside down. His wife, Kacey, had just accepted a wonderful job opportunity, but she has put everything on hold indefinitely to be by his side. With Johnny unable to work and Kacey unable to start her new job, the financial burden is overwhelming.

Why We Need Your Support

Many of you have asked how you can help, and while your love, prayers, and encouragement have meant everything, the financial strain of mounting medical expenses, rehabilitation costs, and everyday living expenses is immense. This will be a long journey back to health, and right now, our focus is on ensuring Johnny gets the best care possible.

How You Can Help

If you are able, please consider contributing to support Johnny’s recovery. Any amount will help ease the financial strain and allow Kacey to stay by his side without the added stress of medical bills and lost income.

Even if you cannot donate, you can still make a difference by sharing Johnny’s story. Your support, prayers, and well wishes mean the world to our family and will give Johnny the strength he needs to keep fighting.

Hope, Love, and Gratitude

Johnny is here today because of an incredible medical team, the power of science, and the love that surrounds him. His journey is far from over, but we know he will get through this. We just need a little help along the way.

Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your kindness, generosity, and support. We will continue to share updates on his progress, and we look forward to the day when Johnny can see all the love and encouragement that carried him through.

With love and gratitude,
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Donations 

  • Bennett Shapiro
    • $100
    • 6 d
  • James Brock
    • $200
    • 20 d
  • Daniel Jechura
    • $100
    • 28 d
  • Anonymous
    • $500
    • 1 mo
  • Bennett Shapiro
    • $100
    • 1 mo
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Organizer and beneficiary

Julie Caplan
Organizer
Denver, CO
Kacey Jechura
Beneficiary

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