Support Dylan’s Road to Recovery

If you landed on this page, you may know that my nephew Dylan was in a severe, life-threatening accident on Saturday 4/13. He was airlifted to the closest trauma center and then later transferred to The Children’s Hospital Of Philadelphia (CHOP), where he remains in the pediatric ICU with polytrauma to the lower half of his body. His condition is critical but stable. He has undergone multiple surgeries and will require many in the future. The stay at the hospital will be extensive, his injuries permanent, and he will need medical services well into the future.

Dylan is an uplifting presence who spreads joy to those around him. He just celebrated his 3rd birthday and is a sweet, silly, strong little boy, with boundless energy and a contagious smile. Dylan has receptive and expressive communication delays which will complicate his care, but he is in the best hospital possible and they are prepared for it.

Dylan has an older sister who also requires love, support, and care. However, since the hospital is far away from home, the situation is quite challenging. Moreover, they are not stationed (mom is active duty USCG) close enough to any family members who can provide extended support while they are at the hospital. This is an extremely difficult time for Ben and Christine, who are both fiercely compassionate and strong advocates for Dylan and Emily.

At this time, there are so many unknowns for the future but we do know he will have extensive hospital time, future in and outpatient therapies, and medical needs with several different specialties and therapies required. Logistically, he will require at-home care for a prolonged time taking Mom and Dad out of work or hiring care.

There has been an amazing outpouring of love for Dylan, with many people asking how they can support Dylan and his family. Christine and Ben are kind hearted people who never want to burden anyone by asking for support, but they have humbly agreed to accept support. The reality is there will be significant financial stress both immediately and long-term into Dylan’s life. Additionally, some of the necessary or more advanced support/procedures are very expensive.

Please continue to pray for sweet Dylan's recovery and strength and for him and his family to get through this unbearable time.

It is early to know the exact goal, but we want to emphatically express that any money donated will be used directly in support of Dylan’s care and improving his quality of life.