We have a date!

After much angst we have dates! Kadence will be in Salt Lake City on June 22 for the Halo surgery and the rods on July 27. This means that she will in “in residence” in the hospital with the Halo for 5 weeks. The doctors require a parent to be there to help her with day-to-day activities. Because Katelyn and Lee need to work Mimi will be ”in loco parentis” with the family visiting on weekends. After the Halo is removed and the rods are installed (7/27) we expect to be in the hospital for 5-7 days for her recovery getting her home just in time for school in the fall. We have been waiting for years for this, and while we are understandably nervous we are excited to begin this journey.

Many of the details have yet to be determined but as of now it looks as if the only people who will be making the trip are Kadence, Katelyn, Lee and Mimi, Shriners has indicated that because of COVID only caretakers (Mimi) and parents are allowed. We are hoping that will change and that Jayden will be able to visit. Watch for further updates. And please continue with your prayers.

In the meantime, you may find the story of another Kadence helpful in understanding what lies ahead Another Kadence.

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