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Help HOPE Live for Col. Arthur J. Bilenker

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On July 3, 2017, Arthur Bilenker was injured by his truck and transported to University Hospital, where he was diagnosed with and treated for an incomplete C5 and C6 Spinal Cord Injury. At the time of injury, he was paralyzed from the chest down and has not regained any function. After three weeks in the ICU, he was transported to the Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation, where he continues to work daily towards healing. It is unclear what the long term physical outcome of his accident will be. Prior to his injury, Arthur was planning to retire from dentistry after over 25 years in practice. Following retirement, he planned to continue serving as Colonel and State Dental Officer with the New York Army National Guard; teach and mentor students at Rutgers; remain active in the NJ Dental Association; and take extended walks with his dog, Mowgli.

Updates (1)

June 27, 2025

Hi, all,Since Art came home from the hospital in 2019, we’ve kept him safe and returned him to a somewhat stable medical state. We’ve been able to do this through private duty aides who can manage his many medical issues.. I’m asking for your continued support in helping us to afford his care needs, which are substantiaL.with gratitude,Teri and Art

Guestbook

March 5, 2026

Sending love!

Leslie Klieger

December 31, 2025

Hoping for some easier days in 2026.

Andy and Ron Abramowitz

December 31, 2025

Thank you for great memories and your thoughtfulness serving in the NYARNG.

Catherine Keating