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On October 22, 2023, Jonathan experienced a life-altering car accident just under a mile from his home. While making a left turn, he was T-boned by another vehicle at a speed of 45mph. The accident left him with a range of injuries, with the most severe being damage to his spine. Jonathan was rushed to Chippenham Hospital, where he underwent a critical spinal fusion and decompression surgery. While this surgery successfully prevented further damage, it couldn’t reverse the injury to his spinal cord at the C6-C7 level, resulting in paralysis from the chest down.
Following more than two weeks in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), Jonathan is now prepared to transition to an acute inpatient physical rehabilitation center. Here, he will embark on an intensive journey of therapy aimed at adapting to his new circumstances and, hopefully, regaining some level of function.
Before this life-changing event, Jonathan was a dedicated stay-at-home dad to his 16-month-old son and was eagerly preparing to commence an online bachelor’s degree program in accounting on November 1st. He had a passion for hiking, a love for music, and cherished the time he spent with his family. Despite the profound physical challenges that lie ahead, Jonathan remains resolute in his determination to lead a full and productive life. He eagerly anticipates learning how to adapt to life after his injury and looks forward to reuniting with his family, resuming his hobbies, and pursuing his educational goals.
The financial burden associated with Jonathan’s care and recovery is substantial. Even with insurance, we are confronted with numerous out-of-pocket expenses. These include the need for modifications to our home, a vehicle to accommodate his wheelchair, ongoing rehabilitation therapy, and the potential requirement for full-time home health care.
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Updates (2)
August 14, 2024
Thank you everyone for your donations so far. It truly means so much to me. A spinal cord injury costs so much out of pocket, especially the first year. It has helped me pay for many doctors bills, extra PT and OT, a shower chair, a new accessible bathroom, and many other small things. I'm continuing to get stronger every day and am leaning to do more things independently. Thank you again!
November 17, 2023
We are so grateful for everyone's donations and words of encouragement. Jonathan began inpatient rehab at Shepherd Center in Atlanta on Tuesday. Fortunately, they provide family housing so Reuben and I are able to be here to cheer him on. Jonathan is in good spirits and ready to work hard and make the most of his time at Shepherd Center
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Guestbook
October 11, 2024
Wishing you all the best, Jonny!
Logan Singman
August 16, 2024
Wishing Jonathan much progress building his strength and resilience.
Gail Ressler
August 15, 2024
I'm honor of the day that all b'nai yisroel not only walks, but runs. Together
Anonymous friend of Jason Lederman
August 14, 2024
Happy Birthday Jon. Stay strong.
Jonathan Shemesh
August 14, 2024
My heart hurts buddy...may hashem give you and your family superhuman strength to get through this...you WILL get through this.
Daniel Yousefzadeh
August 14, 2024
Wishing you good vibes Jonathan! Happy birthday :)
Jason Lederman
August 14, 2024
Happy Birthday! Onward!
Joshua Bier
April 22, 2024
We love you Jonathan, the Moskowitz family
Steven Moskowitz
April 22, 2024
Can't wait to see you in May!
Erin McKinney-Prupis
April 21, 2024
For Jonathan Prupis - remembering the great Passover we all shared together many years ago - and wishing you continued recovery and good wishes. The Levenson family
eta levenson
March 2, 2024
Janet and Jeff are sending our love and hopes to you and your beautiful family. We are so glad to be part of your family.
Jeffrey Kern
February 26, 2024
Refua Shleima
Hager Family
February 25, 2024
Refuah shlama
Milton Moskowitz
February 22, 2024
Keep On Truckin!!!
David Mandelbaum
February 6, 2024
We are all thinking about you and wish you well.
Tha Moradi Family
Rivka Moradi
February 4, 2024
Thinking of you and your family, and in awe of your strength.
Micol Hutchison
February 4, 2024
Wishing you on-going wellness - The Leeks
Danielle Leek
February 4, 2024
Wishing you refuah shelaymah
Richard Orbach
December 28, 2023
Love you Jonathan!
Erin McKinney-Prupis
December 23, 2023
A gift from Rebecca Bieber Garrett\'s parents with best wishes.
Scott Bieber
December 19, 2023
Get well Jon, we love you!! -Danny and Natalie
Daniel Bachman
December 13, 2023
Sending wishes for strength and endurance!
Gail Ressler
December 7, 2023
Jonathan, we wish you & your family strength and comfort as you focus on your recovery.
-Alexis, Lauren, Bryce & Emily
Lauren Zangardi Haynes
December 1, 2023
Sending best wishes to Jonathan and his family.
Nannette and Nathan Shor
November 29, 2023
Refuah shlaimah
Jeff Kuperman
November 29, 2023
Love from Vegas!
Fern Reynolds
November 29, 2023
Prayers for you and your family
Adrienne Esposito
November 28, 2023
Vibes family is forever - stay strong, stay positive, we love you guys!
Kevin & Zoe
Kevin Morris
November 28, 2023
May God Bless all of you!
Kathleen Ciociola
November 28, 2023
Refuah Sheliemah Jonathan and a speedy recovery.
Yaakov Kaufman
Yaakov Kaufman
November 27, 2023
Refuah Sheleima!
From a member of your Congregation Or Ami Family. Wishing you and your family strength as you recover.
Bruce Gould
November 26, 2023
Refuah Shelemah - best wishes for a quick recovery
Lawrence Rein
November 24, 2023
Anything to help this couple in their time of need1
Paula Clupper
November 24, 2023
Refuah Shlama!
Simon Kaminetsky
November 24, 2023
Jon, believing and praying for a full recovery and restoration of your body in the name of Jesus.
Shawn Marshall
November 24, 2023
Refuah Sheleima!
Avi Zanjirian
November 22, 2023
Dear Jonathan, Sarah, and Roo,
We love you more than words can describe and know that you can get through anything together. Stay positive and remember we are always here for you. I know you’ll overcome and reach your goals and continue your beautiful life together. No one deserves it more than you!
Love
The Crazies
Michael & BethAnne Avezov
November 21, 2023
I don't think we have ever met you, but Or Ami is a family. Wishing you strength at this trying time.
Stanley Feuer
November 21, 2023
The Feliberty Family
Wilfredo Feliberty
November 20, 2023
Love you man
Jeremy Friedman
November 20, 2023
Wishing you a speedy and complete recovery. We are thinking of you and looking forward to hearing good news soon. Much love, Debbie and Bruce Buechler
Debbie Buechlerer
November 19, 2023
On behalf of Emma and Jose,
Get well soon!!!
Jose M Alvarez
November 19, 2023
We love you, Prup! Sending you hugs and kisses!
Ashley, Liana, & Bryan Hershkowitz
November 19, 2023
You are in Brad's and my thoughts. Wishing you the best.
Alex Gecker
November 18, 2023
Abby and I are sending our love, support and prayers.
Wishing you a refuah shileima!
-Love,
Abby, Dov and the entire Friedman family!
Abby and Dov Friedman
November 17, 2023
Donating on behalf of my brother Kevin’s birthday. Sending love to you and your family!
Christina Halley
November 17, 2023
Wishing you and your family peace and strength!
William McInerney
November 17, 2023
Fight. Stay strong!
Eddie Pittman
November 17, 2023
Sending lots of love!
Elyssa Haynes
November 17, 2023
Our Rosh Chodesh Group is davening for your ability to gain back quality of life.
Rosh Chodesh Group
November 17, 2023
May Hashem send you a Refuah Shelaima
Arlene and Sam Kaye
Samuel Kaye
November 16, 2023
Jonathan, wishing you a speedy and complete recovery. I am confident that you will pull through and come out of this 100 times stronger. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Jeff & Larisa
Jeff Shalomov
November 16, 2023
Sending prayers and good thoughts to you and your family.
Nova Wright
November 16, 2023
Refuah Shlemah! May you gain both physical and spiritual strength on your healing journey. Thinking of you and your family and keeping you in my prayers. Ramona
Ramona Brand
November 16, 2023
We are praying for your complete and speedy recovery.
Tamara Sofair -Fisch
November 16, 2023
Sending comfort and healing from Kevin Morris’ Ohio family.
Mary Beth Smith
November 16, 2023
Sending positive thoughts from Kevin's family in Maryland
Mari and Jim Morris
November 16, 2023
Sending you strength and courage.
Dee Sussman
Odelia Epstein
November 16, 2023
Best wishes for a speedy and complete recovery.
Esther Stock
November 15, 2023
רפואה שלמה
Anonymous
November 15, 2023
Dear Jonathan,
Thinking of you and your family during this very challenging time. Praying that you achieve your treatment goals.
XO
Howard and Tova
Howard and Tova Weiser
November 14, 2023
Praying for a speedy recovery.
Cynthia Kestenbaum
November 14, 2023
Refuah shelama to Jonathan.
You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Gail and Phil White
Philip White
November 14, 2023
Praying for your healing and that you and your family would see G-d’s great love and care for you all.
A friend that you have never met in VA.
Miriam Basinger
November 14, 2023
Wishing you a full and speedy recovery.
Robert Mendelow
November 14, 2023
Refuah Refuah Shelaymah!!!!
Anonymous
November 14, 2023
Sending lots of love and healing vibes!! -Becca, Zach, & Simon ❤️
Rebecca and Zach Garrett
November 14, 2023
We are praying for you and your family. Wishing you all the best.
Gail and Mitchell Novick
November 14, 2023
Sending positive energy. Love cousins Jeri and Mark
Jeri and Mark Futterman
November 14, 2023
Jonathan, Best wishes with the hard work ahead as you adapt to your new circumstances. With your resolve, and with a lot of love from your family and friends, you surely will meet this challenge.
Sharon Robertson
November 14, 2023
Jonathan,
May the love and support of family and friends get you through the road ahead. Thoughts and prayers.
Nicole S.
Nicole Stewart
November 14, 2023
Refuah Shalaima!
Anonymous
November 13, 2023
Thinking of your family. Love the Luxenburgs
Danny Luxenburg
November 13, 2023
JPK! (Long time, no see!)
Wishing you the strength to get through this situation, Jonny. If ever I've known someone to be a beacon of light in this world, it's you so I have the utmost confidence in your ability to fall forward, overcome, and proceed. Sending all the blessings and good vibes your way. Wishing you and your family good health, peace, love and positivity.
Miss you a lot and I'll be seeing you soon. Much love, brother.
Refuah Shaleima!
-=- Logan Singman
Logan Singman
November 13, 2023
Wishing Jonathan and family strength of body and spirit to recover from this traumatic injury
Gail Ressler
November 13, 2023
I love u buddy, Refuah Shelama get well soon.
Andy Schwartz
November 13, 2023
רפואה שלמה
Zalman Abramchik
November 13, 2023
Wishing Jonathan a Refuah shlaima!!
Shari Faleck
November 13, 2023
Refuah Shelaima!
Dina Ganz
November 13, 2023
Be strong you have a lot to look forward to.
Lisa Rosenberg
November 13, 2023
Sending healing thoughts your way. Please let us know if we can help in any way.
Allyne and Bob Zorn
Allyne Zorn
November 13, 2023
Sending prayers and healing thoughts to you and your family. Stay strong.
-Your cousins in California
Lisa Bedrosian
November 13, 2023
Dear Jonathan,
Our thoughts and tefillot are with you and your family.
Jill and Barry
Jill and Barry Geiger
November 13, 2023
My daughter and I are friends of your sister. We are praying for you and your family. We will keep you all in our prayers. I cant imagine how difficult this is but with the positive mind frame you have, I know You will absolutely reach your goals! You’ve got this!
Meagan Thomas
November 13, 2023
Jonathan, you are in my hopes and prayers for a refuah shlaimah mahayrah. from seeing you as a high school student, counselor, walking your dog and then cheffing, now as a husband and father, please keep up your great work no matter what HaShem throws at you.
Anonymous
November 13, 2023
Wishing you a speedy and full recovery Refuah Shlema
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Lisa & Irv Schwarzbaum
Irv Schwarzbaum
November 13, 2023
Refuah Shelah.
Batya and Mike Jacob
November 13, 2023
Dear Jonathan, Sara and Ruben , we are praying for HaShem to give all of you the strength to get better every day. Love, All the sultans
Andrea and Ronnie Sultan
November 13, 2023
May you have a full recovery.
Ben Klein
November 13, 2023
May G-D continue to give you strength speedy recovery and happiness with your family.
Ruth Wasser
November 13, 2023
I wish you and your family much luck in your speedy and full recovery!
Josh Piddington
November 13, 2023
Thinking of you and your beautiful family - sending healing vibes and positive energy you way. רפואה שלמה!
Leah Maas
Leah Maas
November 13, 2023
May the Lord answer you on the day of distress; may the Name of the G‑d of Jacob fortify you. (tehillim 20)
RONALD SHEPS
November 13, 2023
With best wishes for a refuah shelaimah.
Steven B Schwartz
November 13, 2023
Refuah shlaima
Sharon & Jonathan Sherman
November 13, 2023
Dear Jonathan,
We hope you continue on your road to recovery. We wish you continued support from your friends and family and you rehabilitate. You have a beautiful family and I hope they will be a source of comfort to you.
Mali & Steve Schwartz
Mali Schwartz
November 13, 2023
Thinking of you and praying for a refuah shalema.
Susan Warshaw
November 13, 2023
Our prayers are with you for a refuah.
May Hashem give you strength to meet this challenge.
Ruthie and Ethan
Ethan Kra
November 13, 2023
Wishing you a Refuah Shleima
Ellie and Freddy Langer
November 13, 2023
Jonathan (Shaul Y'honatan ben Shaina Raizel),
We were SO sorry to learn of your terrible accident.
We wish you a רפואה שלמה. We have you in our prayers.
! רפואה שלמה
Hattie and Arthur Dubroff
Hattie & Arthur Dubroff
November 13, 2023
Jonathan - we are sending prayers and wishes for a refuah of mind and spirit.
ROBIN AMSTER
November 13, 2023
In honor of Jonathan Prupis Kern
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
The Greenfield Family
Deborah and Robert Greenfield
November 13, 2023
All of our very best wishes for your recovery
Teri and Mark Neidich
November 13, 2023
We are so sorry to hear of this tragedy. May Jonathan have a speedy and complete recovery. We will keep him in our tfilos.
Debbie and Jack Becker
November 13, 2023
We continue to pray for you.
SueAnn & Mike Curran
November 13, 2023
Hop you get well soon, Wanda Huskins and Jeff Prupis
Jeffrey Prupis
November 12, 2023
Dear Jonathan and family -
We are rooting for you.
You are strong and resilient.
And you are a lovely, kind person.
We wish and hope for the best for you, and your family.
We love you.
The Levenson family
Eta and Mark Levenson
November 11, 2023
Refuah Slaymah!
Benjamin Melton
November 10, 2023
Jonathan,
Sending you so much love and strength!
Love,
Julie Safar
Julie Safar
November 10, 2023
Jonathan,
Sending you much love and strength!
Julie Safar
November 10, 2023
Onward and upward!
Love you buddy
Joshua Bier
November 10, 2023
Jonathan,
If anyone can overcome and cope with this crazy situation, it\'s you! feel good and if you follow through on that accounting degree, hit me up about it. Otherwise, hit me up anyway (whenever you are up for it). Miss you brother and hope you improve each and every day.
Only good vibes,
Yaacov
Yaacov Jacob
November 10, 2023
Jonathan,
I hope you’re feeling a little bit better each day. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Love,
Esther Herskowitz
Esther Herskowitz
November 9, 2023
You got this Jonathan!!
Zach Mayo
November 9, 2023
Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers!
Varda Berkson
November 9, 2023
We hope you have a speedy recovery and pray for רפואה שלמה.
Love,
Pavel and Maria Avezov
Michael Avezov
November 9, 2023
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Noble Lara
November 9, 2023
Jonathan,
We pray for a full רפואה שלמה for you. My family is rooting for your full recovery. You have a long and difficult journey ahead but don't despair. Stay positive! Be hopeful! Rely on the Almighty and your loved ones and you will prevail.
With Love and Prayers,
David, Susan, Joseph, Aaron, Maria, Zachary, & Rebecca Avezov
David, Susan, Joseph, Aaron, Maria, Zachary, & Rebecca Avezov
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