The Ndakasimba Trust |
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Update from ZimbabweJanuary 1, 2008 Hey all, Manuel has made improvement. He is breathing on his own and is conscious. It appears that he is paralyzed in the right side of his body and he is not able to speak. He was able to eat today with his left arm. And, he has been crying. We are not sure yet how much Manuel is going to have to relearn or what a rehab program is going to look like for him. Thank all of you for your thoughts, prayers, and financial support thus far. Through the Elias Fund and the Dispatch Foundation, you have together raised over $11,000 for the Ndakasimba Trust. His doctor has told us that the medical expenses combined with an estimate for rehab costs will be around $25,000. Manuel will likely need to spend time outside of Zimbabwe for rehabilitation. He will need help from friends at hospitals and with the airlines; if you know anyone, please let us know. As this year comes to a close, we humbly ask that you consider giving to the Ndakasimba Trust and Manuel's medical expenses. Elias and his family are awed by your support. And, we are humbled by our community as you have come together to help a friend halfway around the world. Thank you for being a part of that community! Eric from the Elias Fund and Jeb from the Dispatch Foundation will be going to Zimbabwe in late January and would love to take cards or notes for Manuel. Please send all cards and notes for Manuel to:
Your support has been amazing and we can not thank you all enough. Have a wonderful Holiday season. Much love to all, |
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