Kyle Craig

Evans City, PA

Mid-Atlantic Catastrophic Injury Fund

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Dear Friends, Family and Community,

As you may already know on Nov. 29, 2014, our son and brother, Kyle Craig, suffered a life-changing spinal cord injury as a result of a devastating fall from his deck at his home in D.C., which occurred shortly after Kyle was mugged on his way home from work. He currently is in the National Rehab Hospital where he receives intensive rehab therapy. When discharged from NRH, we plan to bring him to Pittsburgh to UPMC Mercy Hospital to be closer to family to continue his rehabilitation.

Kyle is quadriplegia, paralyzed from his chest down with limited use of his arms. He faces a very long road of recovery ahead of him. Yet, through this horrendous ordeal he has maintained his wonderful sense of humor and a strong determination to move forward with a goal to get as independent as possible in this ‘new normal’ condition.

The expenses of a spinal cord injury are astronomical. Even with insurance, there are many costs that are not covered. Some of these are home modifications, a handicap accessible vehicle, adaptive equipment, additional rehabilitative therapy, monthly medical supplies, home health care, and much more. The CDC estimates that an individual living with a spinal cord injury will have between $500,000 and $3 million dollars in lifetime out-of-pocket expenses.

To help with the financial burden of Kyle’s uninsured expenses a fundraising campaign in his honor has been established with Help Hope Live, a trusted nonprofit organization that has been providing community-based fundraising guidance to patients and their families for more than 30 years. All donations are tax deductible to the full extent allowed by law, are held by Help Hope Live in the Mid-Atlantic Catastrophic Injury Fund, and are administered by Help Hope Live for injury-related expenses only. We have a fundraising goal of $200,000. Please consider a contribution. Click on the Give button on this page to make a donation.

Kyle is injured, but his spirit, dreams, and potential are alive and well. Your thoughts, prayers, and kindness have meant more than words can express. Knowing that he is not alone on this path brings great comfort to Kyle and our family. Please share Kyle’s story and his journey so far, through Facebook and other social media networks. (The details of what led to this accident are chronicled on the website: www.prayersforkyle.com under the tab ‘About Kyle’).

On behalf of Kyle and our family, thank you for your kindness, generosity, support and prayers.

The Craig Family – (724)-443-4238 – jnscraig78@gmail.com

August 28, 2019

Kyle and his parents, Sue and Jim, moved into their new handicap accessible house on June 23, 2017. New cell number is: 724-814-1393 (Jim) and email: jnscraig78@gmail.com

April 14, 2016

If interested, Kyle's sister, Kate, now writes a monthly update on his current status. Her last update occurred on April 4th, and can be read at: www.prayersforkyle.com.

December 11, 2015

It has been awhile since we gave an update on Kyle. Life is busy as we adjust our time and schedules! In October Kyle was chosen (one of 40 in the western hemisphere) to participate in a clinical research study, resulted in limiting OT/PT for a month. We quickly realized how important therapy is to regaining more mobility. We are also learning that recovery from a spinal cord injury is akin to 3 steps forward and 2 steps backwards.

In November Kyle got his own Quantum power chair made specifically for him. Up until then he had been using loaners. After 5 months of insurance denials, his specially built shower chair is to arrive today -- No more bird baths in bed for Kyle! While he is not yet ready for one, this week he was 'fitted' for a power assist wheel chair. Since insurance will only cover one chair, this one will be on us with an initial quote of $11 - 12,000.00. Thanks to your generosity this will be possible.

We were all able to celebrate Thanksgiving with our extended family, a highlight in November. Kyle's little nieces and nephews provide him much entertainment when they visit, and we're looking forward to celebrating Christmas together. This life changing event for Kyle (and the rest of his family) has reminded us time and time again of God's goodness to us. We thank all of you for your continued thoughts, prayers, visits, and financial support. We are blessed!

Our prayer for you is that you have an enjoyable Holiday Season!

The Craigs

July 24, 2015

Kyle celebrated a mile marker yesterday by ending the day in his new digs with his mom and dad at Longwood at Oakmont. We had a not so official hospital wristband cutting ceremony after spending 8 long months in several hospital settings. Today Kyle started receiving in home outpatient services. It's another routine but we know he will adjust quickly! We thank all of your support - financially, physically, and prayerfully! Our God is good all the time!

Jim Craig

June 29, 2015

After spending nearly six months in Medstar and the National Rehab Hospitals in DC, we brought Kyle to Pittsburgh to be closer to family and to continue his rehabilitation. From May 13 to June 26, Kyle lived at UPMC Seneca Place where he received great care and therapy. On June 26 he was admitted for a new inpatient stay at UPMC Mercy Hospital's specialized spinal cord injury unit, one of only 14 certified sci units in the nation.

October 24, 2015

We love you, Kyle, Jim, Sue, Antolines and Luchanskys! xoxo

Erin, Dave, Devin, Graham, Owen

July 22, 2015

Craig family
I know we have been quite in our support but your prayers and thoughts have been with you daily. If i have done this right we have made a donation to support your amazing recovery. We so enjoyed seeing you all. You were very generous with your time and your little family is just adorable

love, ann, tim, and sarah

July 6, 2015

In my heart I know you and wonderful pastor Jim. Prayers for all. Bless you.

Fran Uric,friend of long wood people and pastor Jim. Mrs woodings caregiver.

June 24, 2015

Hope Kyle and your family are doing well!
Thinking about you, Nancy and Robert Korb

Nancy Korb

June 2, 2015

Hi Kyle
We worked with your Mom at Hampton Middle School a few years back. We are praying for your recovery and wish all the best to you and your wonderful family.
I (Esther) am also an Orchard Park neighbor and the mother of Greg, if you remember him from way back!
God Bless You

Sandy Winters and Esther Andrle

May 21, 2015

Hi Kyle,

You have never met me (I'm friends with Kate) but I've been following your story and wanted to send you a note to let you know our family is praying for you and your recovery. Your positivity is so inspiring! Keep up the great work!

Kelly

May 12, 2015

Dear Kyle and Family,

Donald and I are sending prayers for your move to Pittsburgh on Wednesday. We are glad you have established a nonprofit website to which we will be contributing soon. God Bless!

Molly

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Suite 100
100 Matsonford Road
Radnor, PA 19087

Donor preference is important to us. Please specify in writing if you wish for your name or donation amount to be kept private.

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