Mar 22, 2014
Earlier this week, when doctors completed a surgery to correct Ronnie’s shunt, they discovered what appears to be a staff infection. As a result, they had to remove the manufactured bone flap and shunt that was previously attached to Ronnie’s skull....
Mar 12, 2014
Thanks to the incredible support of our donors, we were able to purchase a changing table for Neil. Unfortunately, he is sick this week with a respiratory illness but his family set up the table in his room to assist with his breathing treatments. They were able to...
Mar 2, 2014
Wonderful update recently posted by Ronnie’s wife Giselle on Facebook: “Called the nurse to check on Ronnie today and she put him on the phone. He said hi, and I asked him if he would like me to bring him a Dunkin’s coffee tomorrow and he said loud...
Feb 22, 2014
Hope Strengthens Foundation is proud to announce the addition of our newest Director, Kerry Brothers. Kerry brings an incredible background in healthcare and volunteerism to our team. She is a natural leader and will serve as a strong voice for those who we are...
Feb 14, 2014
Earlier this week, Neil’s mom, Meg, spoke with one of the neurosurgeons from Boston Children’s Hospital who determined that Neil is exhibiting typical results six months after his brain surgery. Neil has new vessels growing from the bypass on each...
Feb 1, 2014
Ronnie’s first week-plus at rehab was going great. Unfortunately, on Thursday, January 23rd, Ronnie suffered a seizure. His antibiotic medication, coupled with an infection, weakened the effects of his seizure medication. As a result of the seizure, Ronnie had...
