7/8/21 Update

I apologize for the delay, as things get busier here it can be hard to write as often as I’d like to but I hope you all still feel updated.

Today was our family and staff meeting at Craig. The heads of each department met with us to provide information and allow us to ask questions.

We have a general idea of where in the spine his injury occurred but it will take a year for the spinal swelling to stop at which point we will know with certainty. Knowing where the injury occurred will give the final picture of what we can expect to be recovered as far as movement and sensation.

However, we do have enough information to assume he will likely remain in a power chair. He has taken several courses on operating his chair, as has Mom. This has allowed them to be able to gain the campus pass so that we can explore outside whenever we’d like. He has been trying out several types of power chairs to find out what will work best for him. If you’ve never seen someone operating a power chair or driven one yourself, you wouldn’t believe how difficult they are to operate. However, both Kevin and Mom are doing an amazing job and battling the frustrations that come along with learning to operate such a complex and sensitive machine.

We were also told that his release date is expected to be in late September. At that point, based on progress, it will be decided if he will continue doing an outpatient program at Craig for a few more months or if he will return to Mom and Dad’s condo in Florida and work on his progress there.

Kev also got his second COVID vaccine today which is a huge relief to us all. It also means he will likely be able to attend the annual Craig group trip to a state park at the end of the month!

Together we have been enjoying watching the Suns play, eating delicious baked goods from the Lerner family and finding moments to laugh at all the absurdity we find ourselves in every now and then.

Thank you so much to everyone who has sent love his way, he says the support from friends and family is what motivates him at the start of each day.

Another huge thank you for all those who have donated to his donation fund. Your support helps relieve the burden of adaptive home remodels, a specialized vehicle, several types of power chairs, medication, flights, physical therapy and more tools needed to help him build a positive future.

Much love,

Katie and the Cavanaughs