Prior to the injury, at 22 years young, Orion was on his way to being a self-reliant young adult fulfilling his goals as an upcoming videographer and photographer. He was attending Cal Poly San Luis Obispo while managing a successful business involving international film projects. He was an avid athlete who enjoyed multiple sports and particularly loved the ocean. His friends will tell you that his smile was contagious and he could make friends, in any part of the world, in an instant.

Over the past two years Orion received intensive rehab at Craig Hospital and continued out-of-pocket therapy at home in San Diego utilizing donations from previous fundraisers. Orion has improved from the initial onset of the injury. He now has some movement in his left leg and foot, his left hand and fingers continue to improve along with stronger upper core. He works on standing with assistance and support from trainers. Ongoing consistent training is not only important to promote further healing, but also to prevent secondary complications associated with the paralysis of this injury.

Orion is striving to rebuild his business and get back to his passions in life: filming, photography and travel. He wants to live independently and provide for himself, but right now he still needs financial assistance. There continues to be many out-of-pocket expenses for therapy, alternative care such as acupuncture, wheelchair repairs,home modifications, adaptive equipment, some caregiving assistance, and many other injury and medical related expenses that his insurance will not pay for.

Donations to Help Hope Live in honor of Orion, a 501(c)3 nonprofit, are tax-deductible to the full extent allowed by law and will reduce the financial concern and burden to Orion and his family. This assistance will enable Orion to continue vital rehab and pay for the many medical expenses with less worry while also figuring out how to return to the life he loved.

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For more information, please contact Help Hope Live at 800.642.8399.

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