Support Chandler and Ariana in their time of need

**See update posted 4/13/2025**

Dear Friends, Family, and Kind Strangers,

We are reaching out to you during a profoundly challenging time for our family. Chandler and Ariana were eagerly preparing for their wedding on Saturday, April 12th, and welcoming their first child, baby Sebastian, into the world. However, their journey has taken an unexpected and heartbreaking turn.

On Monday, March 31st, Ariana was hospitalized due to severe back pain. In the early hours of April 1st, she was rushed to ICU and diagnosed with sepsis with septic shock, a severe urinary tract infection, a kidney infection with abscesses, and a serious lung infection. As a result, Ariana was placed on a ventilator and remains intubated in ICU as she fights through this critical situation.

This past week has been incredibly scary for Chandler and our entire family, but we are grateful to report that Ariana is finally showing signs of improvement. However, her road to recovery is still uncertain, and we don’t know how long she will remain in the hospital or need intensive care.

As we navigate through this difficult time, we are reaching out for your support. The medical expenses are mounting, and we are concerned about the costs that may not be covered by insurance. Additionally, Ariana is not able to work, and Chandler has had to take time off work to be by Ariana's side 24/7, which has added financial strain to an already overwhelming situation. We also anticipate the need for at-home care and recovery support once Ariana is discharged.

We humbly ask for your help during this incredibly challenging time. Your contributions will help alleviate the financial burdens associated with medical costs, lost income, and the care Ariana will need in her recovery.

Every donation, no matter how small, will make a difference and will be deeply appreciated. Whether or not you are able to contribute financially, we kindly ask for your thoughts, prayers, and shares to spread the word.

Thank you for your love and support as we stand together in this fight for Ariana’s health and their future as a family.

With heartfelt gratitude,

Patty Sleen

(Chandler’s Mom, Ariana’s Mom-in-law to be and Baby Sebastian’s Nana)