Want to bring all up to date on Sean's progress. He continues to improve in all phases. He is walking now w/o assistance. We walk along side of him in case he loses his balance. The right foot/ankle seems to have responded well to the recent casting. He does not seem to be catching his right toe on the ground as much when walking. Typically, on the weekends we take him for a walk in the neighborhood. We are up to a 1/2 mile. All the neighbors are thrilled to see him and offer him words of encouragement. Very nice! Last week he was given a cane and seems to be doing well w/ it. We are still getting used to it as is Sean.
He has been speaking well the last week. We hope that continues. In the past we saw brief glimpses of speech improvement. Keep your fingers crossed.
His eye doctor is very pleased w/ Sean's vision improvement. He removed the left sided prism on his lens and has given us a new lens prescription.
Sean's friends continue to visit him every weekend. They bring him lunch from places they used to go to in high school. Sean enjoys that and their visits. He had some guys over for poker this Sunday. Sean was the big winner of the day. Hope that does not impact future visits- just kidding.
More to come…Steve
Saturday, March 26, 2011
Saturday, February 12, 2011
11 February 2011
Sean Update 2/11/11
“Thursday, February 17th at 7:00 pm is the RHS Boys Basketball game vs. Allentown. This game will be Senior Night in addition to Sean Nemazie Night”
Thanks to Don Demkovitz and the RBA for organizing this fundraiser for the 2nd straight year! Here’s to a big, loud crowd and a win for the Ravens!
Sean has had some good news this month but progress has been slow…it has been a long, cold winter…hopefully spring will bring some warmth and some additional strides from Sean. The most recent eye exam turned out very good and Sean’s vision continues to get better. I had mentioned last month that Sean had been given “transfer privileges” which allow him to get out of bed and in to his wheelchair on his own. This month, he has also earned “shower privileges”…another step to regaining his independence.
The most recent Sean siting was at the Clark’s annual Super Bowl Bash. Sean had a great time. I almost didn’t recognize him as he was standing on his own in the kitchen gobbling down some wings. It gives us a chance to reflect on how far Sean has come this year. At last year’s Super Bowl when the Colts were cheated out of Peyton’s 2nd championship, Sean was still in a minimally conscious state and just showing signs of responding to touch and had not opened his eyes yet. From a bed at Kessler unable to move, see or speak to eating wings in the Clark’s kitchen. Not a bad year’s work.
Sean has been spending time catching up the 8th season of his favorite show, “24”.
Looking forward to a good month and some warmer weather so Sean can head outdoors.
More to come….Steve
“Thursday, February 17th at 7:00 pm is the RHS Boys Basketball game vs. Allentown. This game will be Senior Night in addition to Sean Nemazie Night”
Thanks to Don Demkovitz and the RBA for organizing this fundraiser for the 2nd straight year! Here’s to a big, loud crowd and a win for the Ravens!
Sean has had some good news this month but progress has been slow…it has been a long, cold winter…hopefully spring will bring some warmth and some additional strides from Sean. The most recent eye exam turned out very good and Sean’s vision continues to get better. I had mentioned last month that Sean had been given “transfer privileges” which allow him to get out of bed and in to his wheelchair on his own. This month, he has also earned “shower privileges”…another step to regaining his independence.
The most recent Sean siting was at the Clark’s annual Super Bowl Bash. Sean had a great time. I almost didn’t recognize him as he was standing on his own in the kitchen gobbling down some wings. It gives us a chance to reflect on how far Sean has come this year. At last year’s Super Bowl when the Colts were cheated out of Peyton’s 2nd championship, Sean was still in a minimally conscious state and just showing signs of responding to touch and had not opened his eyes yet. From a bed at Kessler unable to move, see or speak to eating wings in the Clark’s kitchen. Not a bad year’s work.
Sean has been spending time catching up the 8th season of his favorite show, “24”.
Looking forward to a good month and some warmer weather so Sean can head outdoors.
More to come….Steve
Monday, January 10, 2011
January 10, 2011
Sean Update 1/10/11
Happy New Year to all. As we passed the year anniversary of the accident, the Nemazie's want you all to know how thankful they are for all the support that has fueled them to stay strong for Sean over the year. His progress continues to be very good. And his will to recover seems to get stronger each day.
Frank, Kathy and Timmy received the best present they could have asked for this holiday season as Sean was given permission to sleep overnight on Christmas Eve and spend Christmas morning with his family including Kathy’s mom, dad and sister. Santa brought Sean a new laptop and he is putting it to good use. Sean was also allowed to stay home on New Year’s Eve and fought through a little weariness to make it to midnight and see the ball drop!
Sean received “transfer” rights over the past few weeks from the rehab facility. This is a big step in Sean reestablishing his independence. The transfer rights allow him to get out of bed, and in to his wheelchair without supervision which greatly aids his independence. Sean asked for this on his own and worked hard to get the approval. Way to go Sean.
There is eye doctor appointment pending this week for Sean, but indications are that his vision is improving. Speech wise, Sean is still struggling, but continues to make an effort to speak to all who visit him. He is able to get the words out slowly and again, with his drive and the great people at Hartwyck helping out, we expect Sean to continue to improve. Mobility wise, Sean is still working on his ability to walk. He is able to stride with each leg but needs some assistance.
Uncle Dave and Aunt Cheryl came to visit yesterday among others. Great seeing you guys. Frank had a healthy supply of hoagies from the Hog Back Deli….probably still some left if you want to drop by!
More to come…..Steve
Happy New Year to all. As we passed the year anniversary of the accident, the Nemazie's want you all to know how thankful they are for all the support that has fueled them to stay strong for Sean over the year. His progress continues to be very good. And his will to recover seems to get stronger each day.
Frank, Kathy and Timmy received the best present they could have asked for this holiday season as Sean was given permission to sleep overnight on Christmas Eve and spend Christmas morning with his family including Kathy’s mom, dad and sister. Santa brought Sean a new laptop and he is putting it to good use. Sean was also allowed to stay home on New Year’s Eve and fought through a little weariness to make it to midnight and see the ball drop!
Sean received “transfer” rights over the past few weeks from the rehab facility. This is a big step in Sean reestablishing his independence. The transfer rights allow him to get out of bed, and in to his wheelchair without supervision which greatly aids his independence. Sean asked for this on his own and worked hard to get the approval. Way to go Sean.
There is eye doctor appointment pending this week for Sean, but indications are that his vision is improving. Speech wise, Sean is still struggling, but continues to make an effort to speak to all who visit him. He is able to get the words out slowly and again, with his drive and the great people at Hartwyck helping out, we expect Sean to continue to improve. Mobility wise, Sean is still working on his ability to walk. He is able to stride with each leg but needs some assistance.
Uncle Dave and Aunt Cheryl came to visit yesterday among others. Great seeing you guys. Frank had a healthy supply of hoagies from the Hog Back Deli….probably still some left if you want to drop by!
More to come…..Steve
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