Support Joe and Adi's Recovery Journey

Hello everyone,

My name is Katelyn. For those of you who do not know who I am, I am the big sister and aunt to the little family I am about to introduce you to. Joe is my younger brother, and he and his wife Claudia have a beautiful, spunky little 6-year-old named Adilae (Adi). They are in need of our help.

On Friday, April 25th, Joe and Adi were on their way home from school, ready to enjoy their weekend, when they were involved in a serious car accident that led to both of them being hospitalized. When at a complete stop at a stoplight, they were hit from behind, causing the car to be completely totaled.

Joe was evaluated and in the hospital overnight for observation to ensure that there were no serious injuries sustained. The car was hit on the driver's side at high impact. He has some severe neck and head pain but has since been discharged from the hospital.

Adi was airlifted to the nearest hospital in Fort Myers and then sent by ambulance to the children's hospital, where she is currently being evaluated and monitored. Adi suffered a head injury, fracturing her skull, and is in the hands of a neurosurgeon at the children's hospital. By the grace of God, she is responsive and conscious, recognizing her friends and loved ones who have paid her a visit and continue to be with her. We are unsure at this time if Adi will be undergoing surgery and should know more by Sunday afternoon/evening. She has not yet been able to speak; we are hopeful that within the next couple of days, she will regain her speech.

My brother and his family would do anything for anyone. They have a long road ahead of them regarding medical expenses, recovery, and finding a new car. While they are strong people, I would love to be able to do something for them to help lighten the load and relieve some of the worries they have. I am asking if you can please donate to help them with their medical expenses; anything will help alleviate that huge weight on their shoulders. Continued prayers for them would also be greatly appreciated as they work to navigate these next few days, weeks, and months.

Thank you in advance for reading Joe and Adi's story and for any prayers or donations you can make.