Ben was able to visit with Nelson last week, do an evaluation, and provide that information to the cardiology team at Hershey Medical Center. Based on the information the surgeon wants to proceed with surgery within the next month to be done in Hershey, PA.
This means we have very little time to process his paperwork. He will need to have an expedited passport and visa before he is allowed to travel. Our friend, Vanessa Carpenter, of Angel Missions Haiti is traveling to Haiti this week and has volunteered to help process his paperwork. Thanks, Vanessa!!! http://angelmissions.org/
With Nelson's heart condition it is important we keep him warm (shivering could dangerously raise his heart rate). Nelson is skin and bones and not used to cold weather. He will be needing a winter coat and lots of warm clothes...if anyone has any to donate, it would be greatly appreciated! Nelson is about 6 ft. tall but quite thin so he will be swimming in everything but that's O.K. I'm thinking he need 32 or 34 length pants and adult medium or large shirts.
If all goes well, we are hoping Nelson will be able to return with Vanessa shortly. We appreciate your continued prayers as we prepare for Nelson's arrival!
Thanks!
Jen
President, Thriving Villages International
Thriving Villages website
http://thrivingvillages.blogspot.com/
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