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Micah discovered he had Sarcoidosis, an autoimmune disease, in 2004 after suffering from a severe respiratory illness. Sarcoidosis continued to aggressively attack his lungs, and over the past twenty years, it has reduced his lung function to nineteen percent. This current functionality makes it difficult for him to to do everything from walk up stairs to carrying his children.
Micah wants to be an active participant in his children’s lives. He can no longer walk briskly alongside a bike to teach a little to ride, play ball in the yard, swim or even spend the day walking around the zoo without struggling to breathe. Micah’s lung condition has turned an active man and father into an observer longing to do those things that used to come naturally. Despite his low lung function and difficulty breathing, he continues to work hard to provide for his wife and seven daughters.
After experiencing another severe respiratory illness last year, Micah’s pulmonologist said it was time to get a referral to a transplant team at Barnes Jewish Hospital in St. Louis. They ordered and reviewed many tests to be performed and labs to be drawn, and ultimately, the transplant team determined a double lung transplant is necessary. With the reality of a transplant in his future, Micah has a lot to process and a long road ahead of him.
Even with insurance, the cost of a transplant is immense. Everything from medical equipment and anti rejection medication co payments to lodging will come out of pocket. After the transplant, Micah will need to remain in St. Louis for at least three months to continue post transplant appointments, procedures, and pulmonary therapy.
Micah has chosen to fundraise for Help Hope Live in part because Help Hope Live assures fiscal accountability of funds raised and tax deductibility for contributors. Contributors can be sure donations will be used to pay or reimburse medical and related expenses. To make a tax-deductible donation to this fundraising campaign, click on the Give button.
For more information, please contact Help Hope Live at 800.642.8399.
We ask that you pray for Micah, the transplant team, the donor’s family and our family as we prepare for this difficult time and wonderful opportunity for Micah to regain his health. Thank you for your support!
With grateful hearts,
Micah, Amy and family
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We are praying for your family and your medical team.
Terry & Karl Mester
Praying for you and your family!
Anonymous
Prayers for you and your lovely family.
Anonymous
Prayers for you and your beautiful family!
Anonymous
Prayers for your family and every aspect of your medical procedures.
Daniel and Julia Pryor
Parents of seven too.
Daniel Pryor
Hi Micah! I hope that it all goes well for you! This is not the way I thought I'd hear about you all grown up with 7 daughters, but wow. May you get the lungs you need and have fun with all your daughters again.
Just a reminder that this Heather who grew up 2 doors down from you. :)
Heather Spicher (Anderson)
Here’s to a fast and full recovery, Micah!
Anonymous
We weren’t able to make it to the benefit yesterday, but have been praying for your entire family. The prayers will continue.
Amy Gammelgard
Wishing you and your family the best in this Journey
Audrey Kopp
We are praying for Micah and his family, and the medical professionals who will be treating him. May God’s protection be a constant presence. We hope for a speedy recovery and the strength to overcome any challenges.
Michael C McCarrier
We met Micah years ago when our family used to go to Cafe
Italia. Such a hardworker and so nice to our kids! Now, mine are grown and it's wonderful to see him with all of his kids at church. We pray for healing, for your family, and for your caregivers. The McCarrons
Jennifer McCarron
Prayers for you and the family .
Linda Dzurisin
Keeping you in our prayers
Kathy and Rick Ott
Richard Ott
May the Lord grant you healing mercies for complete recovery!
Kathleen Dumler
We are from St. Patrick’s and will be praying for you!
Cathy Richards
Seeing the beautiful Hardy family at the 9am Mass guarantees a smile on my face. Rejoice in the Lord and let Him bring joy to your soul.
Anonymous
I usually go to 7:30 Mass but when I go to the 9AM Mass, I always enjoy seeing the beautiful Hardy family. They bring a smile to my face and warm my heart. May God give you courage and strength, and Rejoice in the Lord as He is the joy of the soul.
Anonymous
We see you every Sunday in church and are so sorry for the uphill battle that is coming, but know that you will have all the strength you need in God!
Anonymous
You and your family are in our prayers.
Sean and Robin Poston
Sending our prayers for God to lay his healing hands on Micah. Positive thought for a successful surgery and optimal health outcome. God's Blessing, The Tolson Family
Kelly Tolson
Prayers for a full and complete recovery!
LINDA MARTIN
Praying for you Micah!
Taylor Knoche
Praying for a speedy recovery for you!
Heidi Doe
Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. Get better soon.
Kevin & Chrissie Morrissey
Our prayers are with you for a successful transplant. God's blessings to you.
Larry Detjen
We love you guys and are wishing you the best. We are praying for you and your family
Arthur J Feldman
We are praying for you and your family.
Nancy P Feldman
I wish I could do more, but you all are in my thoughts and prayers daily. Thanks for sharing a very well written description of what is going on Amy! What a beautiful, growing family.
Audrey Rinker
Continued prayers and support for the Hardy family during this time.
Maria Hullinger
Praying for Micah, Amy and the girls. Love you all. Aunt Sharon
Sharon Arps
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In honor of Micah Andrew Hardy
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