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Facebook at Jack’s Journey https://www.facebook.com/groups/jackweekspeeps and Instagram at jackweekspeeps https://www.instagram.com/jackweekspeeps/ (click the links to visit each social media page).
Hello friends and family. Here we begin to share with you Jack’s adventure. Through the non-profit organization Help Hope Live, we are raising money to fund uninsured medical expenses associated with Jack’s Spinal Cord Injury. To make a tax-deductible donation to this fundraising campaign, click on the Give button. Please Note: If you are planning to contribute, contributions are updated on the site every 24 hours. If you donate Anonymously there is no way for us to say thank you!
On June 27, 2020, Jack ran into the ocean in Delaware and dove in. The water was too shallow, and Jack landed on the top of his head and his body came crashing down on top of him, damaging his neck from C4-C6. He was instantly paralyzed and unable to breathe. Our boy was brought back to life by some amazing doctors, ER personnel that were on the beach and everyday heroes. Jack was then taken to a nearby hospital for assessment and intubated. About 30 minutes later, he and I were airlifted to Nemours/Alfred I. duPont Hospital for Children in Wilmington, DE.
Over the next four weeks, Jack underwent two surgeries (Shout out to Dr. Shah and Dr. Campbell) to stabilize his neck and had a tracheostomy in order to continue to be supported by a ventilator. We will never be able to express the way we felt being with the people at A.I. duPont. We are so very grateful to everyone there who touched our lives…..these are truly some of the most amazingly kind, loving, giving and knowledgeable people we have met in our life.
As our journey at A.I. duPont came to an end, we headed to The Shepherd Center in Atlanta, GA for inpatient rehabilitation. Where another adventure began.
Jack is a strong, kind and courageous 16-year-old. He has fought like a warrior so far and I know he will continue to work his body as much as possible to gain his independence. The road is long, and much help will be needed along the way. Our family has set up this site to keep Jack’s Warrior Tribe up to date with all that Jack is doing and to ask for your help.
Jack’s world has changed, our world has changed. It’s hard to imagine what kind of expenses are ahead of us, from needing a wheelchair accessible vehicle, to a new home to accommodate a wheelchair and Jack’s needs. We will do anything to give him all the tools he needs to live his best life.
We thank each and every one of you for your continued prayers and positive energy. They are working!
Check back frequently to learn about Jack’s progress. I am betting on this warrior to amaze us all!
Peace, love and light,
Cammie and Kip
It’s been a while since I have posted an update...to be honest.... life gets in the way. There are good days and bad days, like every family with young children.... but for us, the injury is still very front and center.
On June 27, 2020, we marked a year since Jack’s spinal cord injury. This is what I posted on my personal Facebook page.
It was one year ago today at 2:42pm-our lives changed forever
Most people say "our lives changed forever" with immense joy or heartbreaking sadness…. a baby born, a freedom finally acknowledged, a life lost.
But I’ll take this day for myself.
It’s not easy living with trauma.
Jack and I have both been more sad than happy lately.
Guess it’s part of the journey, Jack's Journey, we are learning that it’s ok to let go of the life you thought you were going to have and forge a new one.
Today starts a new year for us - hope is back in play!
Love you all-near and far
In the past 9 months that we have been home from Sheperd Rehabilitation Center, boy have we been waking up to a new world! It's overwhelming when you get home from a place that KNOWS what you are going through, from people who KNOW first-hand what you are going through. You can tell your story, but only those who have lived in it can understand. That's so true of everything in life. A divorce, a death, a childbirth, happiness, sadness....
Kip and I have been humbled by the support, love, and prayers that we have encountered throughout this journey. All these things have led to us being able to attain and create some really amazing things for Jack.
From the accessible van from Mobility Works (aka Darth Vader) to the endless medical supplies not covered by insurance. The ramp that allows Jack to enter the house, the battery powered Hoyer Lift that helps us get him in and out of bed, every day. The manual wheelchair (also funded by the great Travis Roy Foundation. The ROHO cushion needed to treat his pressure sore.....
The biggest two, for him and his mental wellbeing, have been...his own space and Project Walk Boston.
Project Walk Boston is an amazing place that has changed Jack's view on getting stronger and fighting for the future. It is an hour away from our home and we currently take him two days a week. This facility has made us all feel like we are home again. It's where acceptance, courage, non-discrimination, and hope lives. The costs are not covered by insurance, but that is no way to look at this. He needs and wants it, so we get it done.
There are plans on getting him to Kentucky, where he can get an epidural implant for upper body function (use of his fingers and hands) as we wait for the new stem cell therapies to become approved. This, sadly, is on the back burner due to a pressure sore that is making life extra hard, mentally, and physically.
Many more things are in the works to help Jack cope with his injury:
- Unlimited access to uninsured therapy. (This is the most important)
- A deck, so he can participate with all the outdoor fun that happens daily (think: dog chasing a frisbee, brother, sister, cousins making s’mores, fire-pit and enjoying the sunshine on his face)
- A pool remodel and lift, so he can get back in the water-facing a fear that I can only imagine.
- An Action Track Chair that will allow him to explore the wonderful landscape and access trails on his 5 acres of land that will allow him to get down to the creek and fish.
Your contributions, volunteering, love, and prayers are how these things will come into fruition for Jack.
Thank you all for all your support - past, present, and future. When I look back at how my family got through this...I will smile and know that love is the answer.
I am not sure we could ever say thank you enough, but we will always pay it forward :)
Cammie
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* We have taken to social media to communicate updates. Hope to see you there!
More information:
- Facebook at Jack’s Journey https://www.facebook.com/groups/jackweekspeeps
- Instagram at jackweekspeeps https://www.instagram.com/jackweekspeeps/
- Mobility Works https://www.mobilityworks.com/locations/wheelchair-vans-for-sale-in-gray-maine/
- Travis Roy Foundation https://www.travisroyfoundation.org/
- ROHO cushion https://www.permobil.com/en-us/products/seating-positioning/cushioning-products/roho/other-cushioning-options/roho-custom-product
- Project Walk Boston https://pwboston.com/
- Frazier Rehabilitation Institute https://www.uoflhealthnetwork.org/frazier-rehab-institute
2.19.2021 It's a cold and snowy February morning. Jack and Gus are asleep and Birdie is up with me.
Jack and I got home on December 11th....I can't believe it's already been 2 months.... Jack's space is nearing completion (pictures below!), PT/OT have hit a rhythm and some great goals have been set.
In PT, Jack has been getting into the standing frame and will be getting into a manual chair next week! He's also been strengthening his shoulders and biceps and last week, he sat up unassisted (with a PT in front and in back of him) for 1 minute and 30 seconds! Still no triceps firing nor any finger movement, and he still has no feeling below his nipple line. It's taken longer than expected to get used to this new life.
Jack's spirits have been down quite a bit, as well as myself, as I have been sick. It's hard to be away from the place that made everything feel more normal.
It crashes in on you, the longevity of the injury. It's exhausting. And to top it all off, Maggie broke her foot last week and is in a boot for 6 weeks.
Independence is key to our next transition. Alexa will enable him to turn on and off his tv & Xbox, the lights and the heat. He will finally be able to shower, instead of having bed baths.
Eat independently
Drink independently
These thing will definitely lift his mood and mine too.
But Spring beckons new life, new growth, sunshine on our faces and a new project in the works!
My idea is to plot and create wheelchair friendly trails on our land for all to use. I have contacted my friend, Jill, (she created Kids Movement Project) to help spearhead this project with me and engage our community.
We bought a home in Gorham with 4.5 acres that includes woods and a beautiful creek/river right behind our house. The idea is for Kids Movement Project to make a "project" out of mapping and building trails wide enough for Jack’s wheelchair, through the woods and along the river. The desire is for Jack to be able to spend more time outdoors and to create trails for others to use, growing our community. We are now early (and I mean early) in the planning stages of this exciting project!
It's really comforting knowing that the love and support is out there. It's easy to get stuck. I don't know why I always quote movies and books, but as Dory says "Just keep swimming, swimming swimming....."
Love to all of you out there
Thank you for continuing on our journey of HOPE
11.16.2020
"Big Words aren't scary, they're big fun to learn. I was taught once and now it's your turn......" This is from my favorite children's book (Big Words for Little People by Jamie Lee Curtis and Laura Cornell)
-Quadriplegic
-Autonomic Dysreflexia
These are my big words....and they are scary.
Quadriplegic is: partial or complete paralysis of both the arms and legs
It's unbelievable, right? I ask myself so often- like is this for real? I tell people when I go to the grocery store and it's so shocking that people don't know what to say. I mean, it is shocking! How the hell did this happen?????
Jack has gained some left arm movement while here at Day Program in Atlanta. But it really is a marathon, not a sprint.
His goals for the 6 weeks (3 1/2 weeks left to go) are:
More independence with eating and drinking
More independence with bathing and brushing teeth, brushing hair
Scratch my own itches
Slide board transfers, so we don't always have to use a Hoyer lift
Art
Sports-Wheelchair Soccer
Balance, so I don't fall to the side when I lean
Autonomic Dysreflexia is: a syndrome in which there is a sudden onset of excessively high blood pressure. Seriously, as if paralysis is not enough we have to deal with this shit show!
So basically, anything below the level of injury can not be felt by him, so if the signals can't get to his brain to tell him what the issue is, AD happens.
It is usually one of the following...bladder is too full or there is a kink in tubing, pressure is somewhere that is causing pain, but he can't feel it (think remote stuck under your leg, a blister that is rubbing and you don't see or feel it), bowel is backed up, pressure sores, UTI.......
We have had a myriad of these things happen and boy can they send you down the rabbit hole quickly! I sleep in a twin bed next to him and get up throughout the night to scratch his nose, straighten his arm, turn him from his left side to his right (he can only sleep on one side for 6 hours at a time) It's madness!
As we roll into this new journey, which has taken us through almost 5 months post injury now, there are so many feelings from all over the place. Wonder, Sadness, Laughter, Loneliness, Giggles, Joy, Heartbreak.....How are we going to do this?
Kip and I switched places for about a month and I'll tell you, re-entry into the chaos of home was overwhelming. I realized that sleeping in with my littles and doing nothing all day, was the best medicine. Coffee time with Gus in the morning while we watched the birds fly to the bird feeder, checked the weather and read our horoscopes then went for a hike in our woods to the creek. Playing American girl dolls with Maggie along with full spa days with face masks, foot spas and powdering our noses at our vanity. These are the things that matter. Just like my time with Jack being given back, I got time back with Maggie and Gus.
Balance is a hard thing to manage in life. I used to always think I was doing it wrong, that other folks had their shit together and I just couldn't bridge that gap. But I have some really awesome kids, kids that are strong, optimistic, loving, happy, full of wonder and all around kind humans. That's something today in this world.
So just when I am scared, Jack makes me laugh, Maggie gives me "the look" and Gus puts his head on mine.
We are all in this together, some days I forget that.
I can't even explain how grateful we are to all of you. With your help, "Jack's Lair" is being constructed, we are able to get a battery-powered hoyer lift, a manual wheelchair, pillows for positioning, a ramp for our home and so many other things.....
Sometimes in life you feel forgotten after the initial shock of a tragedy hits, but we feel so grateful to have all of you out there supporting us, coming to our home and building, taking care of our littles and taking care of us. Thank you, we love you:)
Sept 23, 2020
It's hard to believe we have less time than more time here at Shepherd. Kip arrives on Friday to do the family training....I don't think Jack and I have ever been more excited to see him! We are lucky, Kip and I, that we created these tiny beings who have taught us so much about love, family and hope.
I am guessing that family training will be a bit of a shocker for Kipper.....the first night here, I said to Chinwe, our night PCT, "You're going to do WHAT to my kid???" I had never (probably like most of you) heard of a bowel program.
We have learned so much about the human body during our stay here. It's truly fascinating.
Bowel
Bladder
Skin
Respiratory
Blood Pressure......
It's like one of those things, when you drive by a medical supply store or a Spinal Cord rehabilitation center and somewhere in your brain you think about it for a minute, but since it's not your everyday life, it's a fleeting thought.
I am happy to say that I am now the proud owner of a blood pressure monitor, a pulse ox and a set of those flashlights that hang around your neck;).
On top of what I have learned from the experiance so far, now I realize that I am just like anybody else who needs to concur a fear. It's ok to be scared. Lately I have been thinking about fear. I think fear is mostly due to the unknown. I remember when I was pregnant with Maggie and I got a call from our doctor...she told me the amnio had come back and Mag would have Down Syndrome. It was scary only because it was unknown. But once I started learning it became less scary. Knowledge really is Power! Thank you, Thomas Jefferson!!! I finally get it.
This journey has taught me that we all have fear, but now I realize, it's ok, and that it's ok to lean on the relationships we've built over our lifetime and the new ones that are just blossoming.
Also, we have been extended to a discharge date of Oct 20th!!!!
4 more weeks of Inpatient Awesomeness!!!! Then it's Day Program here at Shepherd or Back to Maine!
.....Oh and did I mention.....Jack's left arm is joining the party:)
Love you all
Cam
9.7.2020
It's late at night here at Shepherd. Jack and I just got off the phone with Kip, Gus, Maggie and Patrick. These last 10 or so days have been filled with laughter....frustration....sadness....joy....fear....sorrow
Everyone asks us, how are you? How is Jack? Some days it's like nothing has changed....Some days its like nothing will ever be the same again.
On the days where it seems like nothing has changed, Jack tells me his goals are to FEEL with his fingers, continue to follow in his dad's footsteps and be an actor and play xbox with his brother Gus. He zooms around in his wheelchair (too fast), hangs out with his new life long friends watching movies and looking for fancy cars.
But on the other days, the ones where nothing will be the same again, I watch my kid cry because he's not sure he will ever walk again and the realization of the life he knew has changed forever. He talks about how no one will really understand what it's like, aside from his friends here...how he is intimidated by the water and he's not sure he will ever want to go back in it.
It's hard to say how we are
We are mad that we are stuck in this waiting game with no guarantees
We are grateful that we have found so many loving, kind souls who restore our faith in humanity
We are thankful that Jack is alive.
We are sad that we will have to leave our bubble here at Shepherd
We are laughing through tears because we make jokes about poop, dare I say SHIT, all the time
It's no picnic, no ones life is. We all have struggles, mostly though, connecting on a genuine level and feeling love is all any one really wants. And if we can all do that with a little bit of laughter, tears and....shit...well then I think
"everything little thing is gonna be alright"-Bob Marley
Thank you everyone, for joining us on this journey. Love Cammie & Jack
August 20, 2020
Good Morning world!
What an amazing week! Jack is doing so incredibly well- it’s crazy to think that just two days ago, I couldn’t even hear his voice…..
Therapy is no joke and Shepherd is the place to be! His weeks consists of Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Activities of Daily Living, Rec Therapy, Sports Therapy, Assistive Technology, Counseling, Stim work….and a billion other things!
In PT, a few things he is working on are: prop sitting (this helps strengthen his shoulders/arms to get ready for transfers from bed to chair, chair to car, etc.), laying on his belly, tilt table and so much more
OT- Wrist movement, hand driving and ADL (brushing teeth, eating with utensils and using his phone)
Rec Therapy- Playing card games, board games, making bracelets and video games.
Sports Therapy- he will get into this in the next couple weeks- but that’s fishing, rugby, soccer, basketball, pool…..
Assistive Tech- Using voice activated Alexa to turn on the tv, navigate the firestick, work with the controller on his video gaming system.
Counseling- Stim work (electric stimulation on muscles to wake them up) and making sure his emotional and mental wellbeing are in a good place.
As I mentioned in my last post, the time we have been given back has changed our perspective on life….we wake up and go to sleep every day and night surrounded by people who care, by people who have unconditional love for us and we for them. Empathy is something not to take for granted. It’s how we intend to live out or days here on this green and blue planet. I have so much more love, patience, hope and empathy than I thought possible and it feels good. It feels like the way life was meant to be lived.
Jack and I are so thankful to each and everyone of you. The journey continues
Week 3 At Shepherd! After an extremely hard, emotional Thursday last week, Friday turned a new corner for Jack and myself.
It's been such an incredible time having these moments to share and spend with our boy. There is this book that Kip's mom and dad gave us when Jack was born called "The Clothes Horse" by Janet & Allan Ahlberg. One story from that book "Life Savings", is about a woman who saves hours or days from certain years of her life in small boxes. She opens them up and relives those moments. 5 hours from when she was 4 years old...2 weeks from teenage years....10 hours when she was older.
I feel like I have been given back the gift of time with my boy. It's hard to imagine how life can take you so far from enjoying the simplest things. The things that make your heart smile, the things that make you feel. Last night, Jack was reading a text that Kip sent him, I don't know what it said, but he was crying with joy. I said to him, "You have always told me that I am the glue that keeps us all together, but it's you Jack, it's always been you. He said, "I know". Then we had a good, happy cry and proceeded to watch ---I now pronounce you Chuck and Larry----
We are laughing sooooo much these days! I hope you are too....we love you all<3
August 1,2020
We have just begun sharing this page. We want everyone to know that gifting money is only one way to help. Jack thrives off the well wishes, funny jokes, videos, e-mails and cards you all send!
e-mail: [email protected]
phone (for texts/videos): 207-749-0292
address at Shepherd:
Jack Weeks RM 427
Shepherd Center
2020 Peachtree Road NW
Atlanta, GA 30309
July 27, 2020
Our stay at Shepherd Center Rehabilitation has been challenging so far. They warned us that the first two weeks would be tough. We are away from the A.I. duPont Children's Hospital that took such amazing care of Jack. Away from Kip, who stood side by side with me, for 21 days, adding much needed laughter, jokes, unconditional love and support. Jack and I are alone in a sense as it is just the two of us in Atlanta. Due to COVID-19 only one parent can be here with Jack during his rehabilitation. Kip is home with the huge support of Team Jack and taking care of the littles.
Our first night was....scary....we were suddenly all alone and without the comfort of our family close by and the A.I duPont gang....
Over the next week, Jack started getting very nauseous, throwing up and waking in pain every 1/2 hour. It felt so defeating after staying stable enough to be moved from Delaware to Georgia. By the end of the first week, we started to see the light. Jack was still in pain but stopped throwing up and we SLEPT for about 6 hours straight!!!!!
Onward and upward as they say:)
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Jack,
You have many fans across the country! Because… you are inspiring all of us to pursue everything in life, in spite of our challenges!
Very, very proud of you!
Michael
Peoria, IL
Michael Bork
In memory of Richard Weeks
Nancy Powell
Sending love always.
Emily Parr
Praying for you all. Merry Christmas!
Madi Kim
You got this Jack.
Edith Page
I’m routing for all of you! You are all incredibly strong and I just know you will beat all of your goals you set. God bless!
Kristina Spillane
Jack and family my prayers are with you.
Sandra Flaherty
We admire your perseverance and warm at your smile for the camera - even on the most difficult days. We continue to pray for your strength and healing and wisdom for all the doctors and therapists and programs that support you today and in the days to come. We are grateful for each one of them for the love they show you! Know that you are loved and prayed for by so many! Fondly, the Palmucci family
Jeff and Sherry Palmucci
Impressed as always by the strength of the human spirit, and giving as a mother of young boys who also love the water.
Mary Gallaudet
Jack and his family are an inspiration to us all. Best wishes for Jack’s continued forward progress and meeting the milestones and goals he has set for himself.
David Hilleary
Every good wish Jack and you are an inspiration. From a distant cousin of your dads.
Margaret
Margaret Dromey
Such an incredible story of strength and faith. God bless the Weeks family. Sending love and prayers for continued strength and healing.
Mary Brenner
I just read about Jack's story and am sorry this has happened. I hope he continues to get stronger and stronger.
Anonymous
Jack & family- we are constantly thinking of you and all you've accomplished. Keep aiming high!
Rachel Schohn
We will not be able to attend the Nov. 7th event at the Lewes Yacht Club , but want to support Jack and his family with a donation. He is a remarkable young man and we wish him the best as he continues to meet new challenges with such amazing strength and courage!
Sue & Carol
Susan Stringfield
We are pulling for you and praying for you.
Kristina Spillane
We are happy to add this small “drop” into what we hope is a huge bucket of resources for Jack and his family. Sending positive thoughts to you all.
Jean Whiddon
In honor of Kelly & Scott's marriage!
Nora Perry
Jack the Warrior will PREVAIL!
Moira Shea
Work hard, get well!
jan and bob mcmahon
Deborah and I are honored to donate to Jack in celebration of Scott and Kelly\'s wedding. Our thoughts and prayers are with Jack and his family as they navigate the twists and turns of the adventure called life. Keep up the good fight!
Michael Riemer and Deborah McCray-Skinner
In celebration of Kelly & Scott's wedding day. Keep fighting Jack, because you have an army of love and support right behind you.
Ryan Wick
102 donation as a Gift to Scott and Kelly’s wedding on 10/2 2021!!!
Steven Belden
We heard of Jack's tragic accident from our good friend Kelly Simpson. God Bless you Jack and family - our prayers are with you for your strength in facing each day and knowing how many people care about you. God Bless you. Chip and Rita Wakefield
Rita & Chip Wakefield
Given in honor of Kelly and Scott's wedding. Nancy Powell
Nancy Powell
Jack,
Although I have never met you, I know Mia and her family are part of your support team, so I am as well!
Barbara Luby
My thoughts and prayers with all The Weeks Family always.
Pam
Pamela Weeks Davison
God bless
Sharon Minick
We’re thinking of you and so proud of your hard work and cheery disposition. God bless you.
Maria Panella and Bob Mattei Panella
Jack, Hoping for easier days ahead for you and your family.
Sandra Flaherty
Happy Easter to the Weeks family! Keep fighting Jack, you got this!
John Geraci
Sending you love and strength Jack! You are so inspirational. Much love, Amy, Chris, Jack and Caroline
Amy Quinlan
Just learned of Jack’s accident. Thinking of all of you and sending love and all positive energy to all the Weeks
Joan Jenkins
Jack, so good to see you rocking out. I love the plan to build trails for Jack and others to use. Spring will indeed be good! Thanks for sharing your updates. Jack - I'm so impressed with you!
KATHRYN KESSLER
So many good reasons to donate but the main one is being human and caring about another in need, so please consider a donation.
RS, AUSTRALIA
Russell Southam
Thank You Help Hope Live for All you do!
Best,
James DuMont
James DuMont
Happy New Year Weeks Family! So happy to have you back in Maine Jack!! Sending big hugs to all! Karen
karen weiss
Sending love from Zach from Breakwater, Jack has always been the coolest guy in the room and the one who brings everybody up. I have witnessed how people always gravitate to Jack and they always will. I am in awe of your strength and inspired by how you let your light shine. Much love to Jack and Gus and Maggie and Kip and Cammie proud to know you!
zach lipman
Rustam and I are praying for Jack and his family. Keep fighting and stay strong!
Zemfira Ahmadova
Hello to Jack, Kip and Cammie. We at Partners for World Health read your story in the Portland Press Herald and noted you were looking for a wheelchair van. Someone donated a very nice 2006 van with a wheelchair lift that was installed about 18 months ago. The van has about 29,000 miles. We would like to sell it for around $15,000, but we are happy to negotiate. If you have any interest, please contact us at 207-774-5555. You can check out our organization at www.partnersforworldhealth.org. Thanks and good luck.
Wishing you healing and happiness and continued optimism as you take this journey.
Shazi Visram
Our family sends your family our heartfelt support and best wishes for a good year ahead.
Michael Bork
Sending you all our love and support. Brian, Kristine, Ashley and Ella xo
Kristine & Brian Schofield
Thoughts are with you all!
Marguerite (Grammy)
Marguerite Rubino
Sending love and strength!
Tina Pruyn
Keep fighting, we are rooting for you.
Daniel Smith
Go Jack! We’re cheering for you! You are amazing. (With love from an old GPS teammate:-)
Nina, Bob, and Robbie Trowbridge
I too read the article in the Portland Press Herald and wanted to help. Best wishes to Jack and the whole family.
Chuck Frazier
We’re with you guys all of the way, best of luck!
Andrew Tenenbaum
Good Luck and best wishes to all. 2021 will be much better!
charlie dixon
Stay strong
Anonymous
We read your story in the Sunday paper and we want to help with your expenses. Wishing you all the best and prayers for healing.
Sandra Flaherty
I just had to donate after reading the article in the Press Herald. I know Jan from the office and your story is so touching and inspiring. Good luck for continued construction, healing and dealing with this as positively as you can. Happy Holidays!
Renee Reed
Our family doesn't know you personally Jack but we wanted to help in someway on your journey forward.
Karen Smith
Jack Weeks
We hope this will help your family with expenses
Merry Christmas
Claire & Dan Johanson
Claire & Dan Johanson
Jack, you are an inspiration. Sending you lots of positive thoughts.
Heidi Steinert
Keep going one day at a time. To all of you.
Stephen Booth
Thinking of you all and so happy to here Jack is home again. Merry Christmas
Jill Nadeau
Good luck to you, Jack. I hope that you recover and are able to walk soon.
Paul Coulombe
Jack,
Sending positive thoughts and strength to you and your family.
John
John Shoos
Your courage is inspiring, Jack. Have a blessed Christmas and may the loving Lord Jesus encourage and sustain you in the days ahead.
Anonymous
Jack we are so proud of you, Jack and Lindsay Stroker
Jack Stroker
You've got this Jack Weeks! -Don Medd and Rachel Simons
Don Medd
Sending healing thoughts and much strength to you Jack and your family.
Denise Cascione
Jack Weeks and Family
The story in the Press Herald was inspirational. Your positive attitude and support from family and friends will help you move forward with your life.
Happy Holidays and God Bless!
RICHARD Metivier
You're an amazing person, Jack.
Randy Harding
Jack and the Weeks, you are amazing and an inspiration to all. At age 16, I dove into the ocean and hit my head, resulting in a compression fracture in C5-6. I know I was lucky and reading your story in today’s Press Herald, reminded me of that. Thank you for sharing your story and letting friends, family and complete strangers surround and support you and join in making Jack’s life the best it can be.
Alex Beal
Good luck.
Wish we could send more or help out.
Blessings
Peter and Stefi Hastings
Stephanie Hastings
Kip - wishing you and your family only the best. Jack - Keep up the amazing work. We are all so proud of you. xo Vanessa, Mark and everyone at Möbi
Vanessa Ellingson
I hope your move home was successful and you are getting settled in. Nothing better than home sweet home with your loving and supportive family around you. Best wishes for a happy holiday season and a healthy New Year! We are all looking forward to seeing you back in Lewes this summer.
Greg Raschdorf
With great admiration for your entire family. Jack's a mensch. =Bill=
william ullman
Jack - you’ve got a lot of people rooting for you!
Molly Litz
The breakwater community is with you, Jack.
Maggie Lyon
Your positivity & strength are awesome! Keep it up!
Alina Perez
Jack, I read your story today in the PPH. We are all rooting for you and hope you continue to make great progress. Stay strong, stay positive, not easy to do, I am sure, in light of what has happened. You are an inspiration. Keep fighting. All the best to you and your family.
Betts FitzGerald
Stay strong Jack!
Brenda Petersen
I was truly inspired by your story in the Press Herald today. Your maturity and courageousness are so impressive. I wish you and your wonderful family strength and continued hope for further wins!
Anonymous
Best wishes to an amazing family! I hope the great article in today's Sunday paper helps you to achieve all your goals. You sound like an incredible young man, Jack!
Jenny Converse
Go Jack go!!
Anonymous
What a great strong family!
Katherine Harding
Jack (Mr. Mayor), I was inspired by your story in the Maine Sunday Telegram. You clearly are a very special young man who comes from a wonderful family. Best wishes with your hard fought journey to gain increased mobility. May God bless you and your family.
David Hilleary
Welcome home, Jack! We are cheering you on every day! Sending love and strength to the entire Weeks family. Merry Christmas, xo Brewster + Emma
Brewster and Emma Buttfield
Sending love and support to your whole family. You may not remember me, but I have very fond memories of you at Breakwater School & Odyssey of the Mind!
With love: Mari, Jeff, Denali & Browin Dieumegard
Mari Dieumegard
❤️
Kira Eckersley Berry
Never give up- family & friends are supporting you ALL the way to recovery.
Nadine Noble
Never give up hope! Sending prayers!
Stacey Hang
Always with you all-much love
Karen Millett
We have been amazed at the determination Jack has shown and the progress that he has made so far. We wish him and his wonderful family all the best as they soldier on! Janice & Tom Huang
Janice Huang
With admiration of Jack!
Susan Stringfield
Dear Jack and family
Hope is the only thing stronger than fear.
May God be with you all during this time.
Sincerely Karen ( Wick) Dworzanski
Karen Dworzanski
"I never had any friends later on like the ones I had when I was 12. Jesus, does anyone?"
Sending strength & love,
Wendy, Mike, Violet & Liam
Michael Nelson
Thinking of you Jack and family!!
Sarah Trafford
I'm only now hearing of Jack's story, but tonight reading it and your updates I was so moved but the love, hope and resilience you exude. My heart goes out to you all, and my wishes for comfort, peace, and recovery are being sent to you with love.
Anna Gravel
Hey Cammie, Jack and Leftie,
So glad you decided to join the game and get involved!
Glad Dad will be there soon and that you are going onto the next step of the journey soon. Soak up every opportunity to learn and have fun. Make peace with the water. Much love. Bernadette
Bernadette Mauro
Sending love, light and hopes for everyday being better than the day before❤
Janet Rosetti
Sending positive thoughts your way!
Lindsay Heller-Belt
Wishing Jack strength and humor.
Renee Lewis and Dax Penney
Renee Lewis
Cammie, Kip, and Family,
Our hearts are with you. We send along our love and our very best wishes and healing thoughts.
Love,
Jenny & Gene Abbott
Jennifer Abbott
Feel all the feels, discover your truth, and know the magic and power of your body/mind and soul.
People of interest:
Dr. Joe Dispenza
David Blaine on the Joe Rogan podcast.
Wishing all of you light in the darkness, ease in discomfort, and love. Never give up!
Anonymous
To Jack and family,
We just learned the news today when bumping into another old Breakwater pal. We are holding you in our hearts and sending every bit of light, love, and hope that we have ... with visions of all of you singing "don't worry .... every little thing gonna be alright" with Chris Mockler. May that good energy be yours today and all of your tomorrows.
Karen and Libby Verdelli
Karen Verdelli
Prayers, positive vibes and peace surround Jack and your amazing family on this journey.
Warrior on Jack!
Love to all,
Fran (LYC hostess) and Emily (LYC server) Panchak
Anonymous
In honor of Jack Weeks. My daughter was in first and second grade with Jack and is in his crew at CBHS. They had recently worked on a project together. She was devastated to hear what had happened.
Lisa Page
I’ve been thinking of you all and hope Jack is hanging in there! Sending love!!
Laura Torigian
Go Jack! You're doing such an incredible job! Love, Your Eaglerock Montessori Preschool pals and Facebook community. :)
Kate MOVIUS
We're rooting for you, Jack! You're doing such amazing work from what we hear and see in the videos. Thank you for inspiring us, Obie & Family (Laura, Isaiah, Adrian).
Obediah Meyer
My thoughts and prayers are with jack and your family! I am a server at the LYC I know your grandparents and family very well! May you find comfort in Jacks strength! Sending love to all of you!
Christina Distefano
This also comes with prayers for his recovery. Bev and Bob Witkop
Bev Witkop
Member of LYC. Thoughts and prayers are with you
Pamela Sigda
My familly will have Jack in ours prayers
Mark Schumann
Wishing Jack a full and speedy recovery! The Hamms
Ken Hamm
Go Jack! We're all rooting for you!
Stacy Buchanan
With love from CBHS!
Summers Family
Go Jack! Love your friends from Facebook and LA!
Kate MOVIUS
Ellis here, son of Jeanne and Keith an old family friend. Just learned about this today and I am shocked. Me and Jack we’re friends back in elementary (kindergarten I believe. Long time ago!) but since then we have drifted apart but I will never forget the memories we made. As I read this out loud to my dad and myself, my jaw dropped. I read more and more and am happy to see he is recovering and still smiling! Glad to see that he’s still in a nice fit too (the Air Force ones looked great. I love the drip Jack) I and my family wish the best and am sending love to you Jack and your wonderful family. You and your family are legends!
Keith, Jeanne, Alex, and Ellis Fitzgerald’s and Paterak
Jack and team...Your approach to this challenge is beyond inspiring. I remember the time we spent with you in Maine and you have always been such an impressive young man. Life is full of challenges and surprises however how you elect to face them, the position and outlook you take determines everything. You have tremendous love, light, prayers and good will being sent your way. Here in PA we have several Fire Departments praying for you and the Shea\'s in Pittsburgh have you in our daily prayers. You are a strong, beautiful and inspirational young man. You will meet this challenge as you have so many before and you will be triumphant. Please know that we love you and think of you daily. May God bless you and watch over you. Spencer, Peggy, Laz and Catherine Shea.
Shea Family
Your family's courage, humor, and positivity is awe-inspiring. Sending warmest thoughts to you all throughout the coming months and years.
Ruby Spicer
I am a high school friend of Nora's. I pray for your son and his recovery and happy to see the amazing progress he has made already.
Regards,
Amanda (Shames) Jordaan
Amanda Jordaan
Jack, your grandmother, Ginny, is a good friend, (and I might add, a fabulous bridge player!) She keeps us posted on your continued improvement! Wow, you are making such great progress! You have so much love and prayers being sent your way! Keep up the good work! We have another connection - Portland, Maine! I was born and brought up there. As my mother would say: "the way life should be!" I know you look forward to being back in that great state with all of your family!
Dottie Woodbury
Dorothy Woodbury
Wishing you strength!
Anonymous
Dear Jack,
I\'m Ms. Kutvirt - your new crew advisor!
I don\'t know you yet, but I can\'t wait to get to know you. And until then I\'m wishing you all of the strength and support you need to get through each day. I\'ve heard so many amazing things about you already and am sure you will keep taking steps you need to take towards recovery.
We are crew, we are family now! So I\'m here for you if you need anything.
Best wishes and much love,
Ms Kutvirt
I will keep you in my prayers- keep up the strong fight!
Kathy Newell
We send you our best wishes. Stay strong. We keep you in our thoughts.
Your friend Mario Pulido-Ladero and family.
Maria Ladero-Sanchez
Cam, Kip and Jack...this donation is in honor of and in the memory of Yaya and Papu. You know if they were still with us they would want to help in any way they could. So I’m helping them help you. #pennies from heaven. Love Ant Judy
Judy Parker
You are an amazing young man Jack. You’re so blessed to have such a devoted and loving family. Keep up the good fight...you got this. Love Ant Judy
Judy Parker
Dear Cammie and Kip,
I am rooting for Jack and all of you during these challenging times.
Sending my love.
Valerie
Valerie Lecoeur
Jack, The Murphy's are here for you, your sister, Mom and Dad! Kip and Cami, I surrounding your family with my angels!
Philip Murphy
Sending you all lots of love!
Kelly Regan
We're with you Jack! - Kaethe Marie, Henry, and Adam
Kaethe Marie and Adam Wilson
Stay strong! We are all rooting for you!
Ellen Wills
Sending our love, thoughts and prayers. Stay strong! You are amazing! You got this!
All our love, Kristine, Brian, Ashley and Ella Schofield
Jack and the Weeks family - We are thinking of you and sending you love and strength. Isa (your crewbie) and family.
Isabel Gomez
To Jack, From your preschool friends, Facebook fans and LA community. We're rooting for you!
Kate MOVIUS
Sending love to all of you!! ❤️❤️
Jill McMahon
We are rooting for you Jack. You are in our thoughts every day. Keep fighting and working hard. We hope you can come home to Maine soon!
Lots of love from Karen, Madeline and Vince
Vince Simboli
Sending you love and healing from Maine!
Rose, Adam, Annabel, and Ben
Rose Greely
Sending my love and positive thoughts to you all. Jack, Cammie, Kip, I have absolutely no doubt that you will discover reservoirs of strength you had no idea existed. I'm sure you already have. May those deep wells carry you forward together.
-Sands
Sands Fish
Sending prayers and healing vibes your way! Thinking of you and your family!
Nicole Devoe
Wishing you all the best during this challenging journey!
Suzanne Morgado
For Jack from Kiri and Cooper’’s Aunt. Crystal’s sister.
Candace Cooper
Hi, Jack! I heard about your accident from my mother, Margaret, who is your grandfather Bruce's first cousin...which makes us second cousins once removed. Praying that rehab would do everything it possibly can to help you regain everything you possibly can!
Valerie Anne Bost
I am thinking of you all and send my love and strength your way. Jack - keep smiling, kid. Let me know what I can do - near or far.
Kelly Regan
Hey Jack, glad to hear you are laughing with your mom - keep it up and stay strong! We are following your story and you and your family are in our hearts.
Alexey, Tanya, and Stephen
We are with you Jack!
The Spach family
Stay strong Jack. My heart is with you and your family.
Stephanie Doyle
Sending love from ER Montessori in care of Jack’s Fan Club!
Kathy, Ken and Ryder Pittman
Kathy Pittman
Stay strong, Jack! -The Pierce Family
Corey Pierce
Keep up your spirits Jack!
Anonymous
Thinking of you and your family, Jack. Sending all the positivity and support your way.
-Denny
denny church
Jack and family,
Sending good thoughts and lots of love your way. We're rooting for you!
Ms. Randall
Mary Ellen Randall
Sending our wishes for continued healing. Keeping Jack and his family in our prayers.
Janet Fischer
Dear Jack and the Weeks Family,
We are thinking of you at this difficult time and hope for Jack's steady recovery. You are not alone. We are all pulling for you!
The Murphy Family
(Joe, Emma, Dan, Yoko)
Daniel Murphy
Sending so much love to Jack and his family
May Paterniti
I know we’re not very close but I know you well enough that I can say you are strong and never have easily given up! I’m wishing you a strong recovery! I know you can do this!!!!
Hazel Thomas
Dear Jack and family,
We are keeping you close in our thoughts and including you in our meditations for peace, healing, and strength during your journey. Portland and your school communities are here waiting for you!
Sincerely,
Carrie & Maizie
Carrie & Maizie
Stay strong! We're cheering for you.
Hans Spencer
Jack, you\'ve got this! You are so strong and you are always smiling. I hope that you keep that smile on your face and know that so many people are behind you, keeping you in their thoughts. You\'ve got this dude!
Anonymous
Stay strong man!!
Julia Scholz
Stay strong, Portland cares about you
Jeremy Meuser
Dear Jack and the Weeks family,
We are all thinking of you and sending positive vibes and wishes for your recovery. Please let us all know if there's anything else we can do.
Sincerely,
Priya, Andy, and Deven
Priya Natarajan
I apologize for the last note I left. It was worded terribly and written in the wrong context. No joke was intended.
Please know I am sending my thoughts and love to each and every one of you in Jack\'s family.
Alaska Belle Sargent
Jack,
I\'ve known you since the beginning of freshman year. You\'ve always been confident, never backing down on anything. You dived into everything headfirst and always did your work flawlessly.
I wish for you a recovery that will get you moving again, one way or another.
Alaska Belle Sargent
Dear Jack and family,
We are sending you so much love & light - we wish you strength, healing and recovery! You will al be in our thoughts and prayers. Stay strong and positive ~ Matheo and the Van Mierlo Family
Beth Wilbur Van Mierlo
Love helps us live. Keep growing more of it daily. Keep up the phenomenal strength and love.
Kellie Caron
Cammie and Jack,
Janet, Faith, Lucy, and Benu all send lots of love and healing thoughts!!!
-the Moritz-Joneses
Faith Moritz
We are praying for you ❤️ and sending love
Andrea Haskell
Thinking of you.
George & Susan Torigian/Goldman
Sending healing and positive energy to the whole Weeks family.
Dawn Girsch
Jack and family - You continue to be in our prayers, sending so much love. XO The Ananias
Stephanie Anania
Sending prayers of strength and love
Karen & Dana Haskell
Karen Haskell
Sending TONS of love, strength and prayers from Haskell. Love you all
Anne Marie Haskell
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Michelle Twiss
Attitude is everything. Stay strong Jack.
Jessica Rueb
Sending you all the possible love Jack! Don't tell all the others that you were my favorite aftercare kid ;)
Katie Way
Hi Jack and family! This is Mr. Bernstein. I\'m thinking of you and sending love and strength your way. We\'re all behind you 100%!
-Mr. B
Matt Bernstein
Jack stay courageous and patient. Sending positive thoughts and prayers for you! I hope that you will be stronger soon.
Jill Hassan
Jack - you are amazing! I love you very much. Moira
Moira Shea
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Dennis Belt
Emily shared your story to me and I couldn’t help, but want to support. Stay strong and know you are loved by so many. Sending you thoughts and prayers from Salem, Ma.
Carina Vidal
Jack- you won’t remember me - but I was there when you arrived at Beebe that day and took care of you for that short time before you flew to AI. I have thought of you very often since then and wondered of your recovery. Luckily, Nadine (wick) is a friend and I saw her post about you! You and your family continue to be in my thoughts and heart during this trying time. Stay strong! And keep fighting the good fight! Best wishes !!
Jenny Hoopes
Sending love, strength and hope. I would love to hang-out with Maggie and Gus anytime.
Debra Flynn
You got this Jack, my sister is your biggest fan which means I’m always in your corner! Sending healing and positive vibes your way every day.
Jesi Schonberg
Thinking about you all during this difficult time. Strength, prayers and light. Ewick family
Lisa Ewick
Sending our love and support! Love, Brandon, Samantha, Leo and Mia Rigoli
Brandon Rigoli
Love you, Jack! You’re incredibly strong and capable of reaching your biggest goals! Keep on moving forward, even when it gets hard. You’ve got this!!!!! ❤️❤️❤️
Amelia Wiggins
Dear Jack and Family, I am sending prayers and support your wayw. Jack, I hope you continue to improve. So many people are rooting for you! Peg RIchard (Casco Bay)
Peg Richard
Thinking of you and your family! -Kilham family
Ali Kilham
Go go go! Wishing you health and happiness
Karina Corrigan
Jack Jack,
We believe in you. We believe in your family. You are strong, brave, and oh so loved. Your spirit is greater and stronger than any challenge life can throw your way. We know it's going to be a bumpy road, that's why it's so fortunate we're in this TOGETHER.
With love,
Emmy and Evan
Emily Cooper
Jack, we are all rooting for you and are sending all the love and positive vibes from California possible. Kip and Cammie- you're amazing parents and we're sending love and strength!
love, Rachel & Aaron
Rachel Schohn
Sending hope and strength! - Elspeth
Daphne Howland
Prayers for jack and family for strength, health and recovery!
Anonymous
Thinking of you and your family Cammie...
erik witkop
This is from Franny’s grandparents, we hope all the love and support helps Jack to a speedy recovery. Praying for your family.
Rebecca Forney
So much energy and love going to you! So many hands have your back and pushing you up that hill! ❤️
Anonymous
Hi Jack and family! This is Mr. Morales! Just want to send you love and support. You have a big challenge but if anyone can face it, it\'s you. You are a tough and sweet kid and I look forward to hearing about all your progress. Be well!
Mr. M
Alberto Morales
Sending very best wishes to Jack and the family.
CC Robinson
Hi Jack and family! This is CC Robinson, your new English teacher at Casco Bay! So impressed by all of the progress you are making. Really looking forward to getting to know you virtually this coming year.
Sending very best from Portland.
Ms. Robinson
Sending much love, support and prayers for the entire family during this difficult time. Your spirit and inner strength is amazing. One day at a time. Stay strong, have faith and know you have so many people supporting you on your journey.
Kurt, and Mary Brenner and Family
Sending love from our family to yours, stay strong!
Sonia Cook-Broen
Stay strong!
Kim and Ed Naras
Positive thoughts being sent your way from Massachusetts!!
Kristin Miller
Our prayers are with your family during this most challenging time. Sending strength and love. ~ the Boyd family
Christen Boyd
We are sending all of love and positive energy right to you, Jack!! Keep fighting!
Jennifer Quinlan
Stay Strong! Keep Chugging!
Dennis Ferrante
Be well dear Jack!
Janet Rosetti
All my love and healing thoughts to you both and Jack. My heart hurts for what you have been through. ❤️ When you get to the point of needing Assistive Technologies, I would be happy to help out. That’s what I do for LAUSD now and I may be able to give you some ideas or options.
Cynthia Timm
Sending love and healing thoughts to everyone in the Weeks family.
Laurie Hesselink
Continue to be positive and strong, lots of changes coming but it will all work out!
Christina Westover
Sending you all so much love and healing strength.
Amy Lawrence
My kids also attended ER Montessori. I am friends with Kate and Mandy. So sorry to hear about Jacks’s accident. I hope your family gets through this tough time with a little less financial stress because of the donations. All the best xo
Tara Cockshott
Lifting Jack, his family/friends and healthcare providers in prayer for a full recovery and healing of physical, mental, and emotional pain and suffering. May the Lord give you peace and strength at this difficult time. (Heather and Wayne Pederson, friends of Moira Shea)
Heather Pederson
Thinking of the whole Weeks family and praying for Jack. Sending love from Oakdale. - Rosie, Andrew, Sam, and George
Rosie Lenehan
Our family is with you all in heart and mind. Sending you much love and strength.
Jeff and Sarah Scott
You are part of one of the strongest and most hopeful families I know. If anyone has the ability and support to get through this, it is you and your family. Sending my best!
Luana Cote
You’ve got this kid!!! The best, very best of luck through all of this. Your family is awesome and we all love you. Stay strong !
Nilda Picard
From one SCI family to another. Don’t lose hope!
Alison LaCoste
The Blouin family sends all the love and hope we can muster for you all. Thinking about Jack and your wonderful family. Please don’t hesitate to let us know if there is any way we can help.
Peter Blouin
We love you Jack.
Jon Tkach
Thinking of you Jack & family!
Danielle Clark
Your family are in my thoughts and prayers. You are all Warriors! Amy
Amy Kratz
I am so sad to hear of Jack’s accident and injuries. Sending positive healing vibes his way.
Brian Rounds
BIG LOVE YOUR WAY JACK!
Stay Strong.
Erin Foley
We're all in this with you, Jack. You've got this. Love, James (your preschool buddy), Aidan, Kate and Hugh
Kate MOVIUS
Sending prayers
William Gorstein
Glad you pulled through bro
William Gorstein
prayers are with you
natasha d’anna
We are all praying for you buddy! Keep pushing forward! You got this!❤️
Michelle Mullen
Sending love to you and your family, Jack.
Carolyn Fernald
Rooting for you Jack xxx
Christina Caruso
Wishing you and your wonderful, supportive and loving family all the best.
Sabina and Joshua Javits
I haven't seen you all in ages, but love and miss you very much! Jack, stay strong! Your family back in NH is rallying around you with lots of love, prayers, and good juju coming your way!!!
Jo-Ann Belanger
Kip and family I am so sorry to hear about this tragedy. I am Peter Blouin's sister and knew Kip in high school. I will be praying for Jack and I hope that he recovers quickly.
Kathleen OToole
Stay strong and get well soon ... hugs !
Bee Lee Poh
Love to you all!
Melanie Brazier
Keep fighting, Jack! There are many people pulling for you.
Susan Stringfield
Wishing you a full and speedy recovery!
Ann & Jeff Seger
I hope this young man makes a full recovery. My prayers to Ginny and all her family.
Edie Page
Sending love to you Kip, Cammie, Jack and Family.
Danielle Smith
Sending lots of love❤
Susie Scales
Sending you and your family lots of love and light!
Chara Gannett
Love you all so much! Cheering you on from Maine every day.
XOXOXO
Sarah + Geo Johnston
You can do this, Jack!
Christopher Beakey
My thoughts and prayers are with you guys. My nephew was at Sheppard due to a serious ATV accident and brain injury, you are in the best possible hands. Godspeed Jack!
Victoria Cooke
My heart goes out to Jack and his wonderful family. Stay strong! You got this!!!
Barry Dodd
Keeping your family in our heart and in our thoughts and prayers.
Astrid Spencer
We are praying for your recovery. Keep fighting!
David and Carla Robinette
We love y’all so much. We’re praying everyday! Keep fighting!
Texas Hayneses
Keep that spirit of hope alive and burning! You have support from so many; those who know and love you and your loved ones and those who empathize. Sending love and support to all! The Geraci’s
John Geraci
Our hearts are with you all for healing and hope! Love to you!!!
Emma + Dave Bartolini
We love you Jack! You've got this! Kelly, Chloe and Brooke
Kelly Simpson
You’ve got this,Jack!
Anonymous
May the Joy of the Lord give you Strength! (Nehemiah 8:10) We are all praying for your complete recovery!
Sherry and Jeff Palmucci
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