Medical

December 2022- Beautiful Beatrice was hospitalized following a high fever and feeling very ill.  Thankfully, the doctors were able to stabilize her quickly.  She showed improvement each day and was able to be discharged back to her nannies and friends at the healing home. 

October 2022- Casey is ten years old who was suffering from fevers with accompanying seizures.  Upon arrival to the hospital, he was found to have a lung infection and accompanying issues.  Treatment and time in both PICU and regular ward helped Casey.  He recovered and was able to be discharged a few weeks later. 

September 2022- At nine years of age, Shane is more concerned about missing school than having surgery.  What a brave boy!  Shane had palate revision surgery in late September and was discharged the following week.  

September 2022- Two year old Naomi was hospitalized for pneumonia treatment.  Following oxygen, nebulizer treatments, and medication for seizures, Naomi fully recovered.  She was welcomed into healing home care.

July 2022- Recurring fevers were cause for a medical evaluation for three year old Jayson.  Medication and some testing quickly had Jayson back on his feet and ready to return to his foster family.

June 2022- Suffering from digestive issues, Missy was hospitalized for evaluation, testing and treatment.  Missy began to show improvement and was discharged to a healing home for further care. 

June 2022- Tobias is no stranger to the hospital as he has undergone corrective surgeries in the past.  His latest was in January 2022.  Now, Tobias is needing his next (and we believe final) corrective surgery later this summer.  Hope's Heart is grateful to be able to fund this important procedure.

May 2022- When a medical concern is identified, testing is often needed.  Tessa was provided that testing via a CT scan and a follow-up exam.   We're happy to report that she does not need any further treatment at this time.   

April 2022- Meredith is a brave little girl who underwent patella surgery this month to help improve her gait/mobility.   One week following surgery, Meredith was excited to be discharged and return to the loving care of her healing home nannies.  Well done, Meredith!

February 2022- A hospital evaluation showed that Sawyer is in need of a shunt to drain the extra fluid on his brain.  As soon as a hospital stay can be arranged, Sawyer will have his need medically addressed.  

January 2022- Healing Home resident, Tobias, started the new year off by undergoing corrective surgery .  He made new friends at the hospital and is now back to the healing home along with all his favorite nannies and friends.   

December 2021- Children born with Down syndrome often have heart defects.  A recent echo showed Rowan's heart defect is serious.  His doctors recommended heart surgery as soon as possible.  Rowan underwent the surgery in mid-December.   At year-end he is continuing to recover.   

September/October 2021-  Finnick and Fiona were in need of cleft lip repair surgery, and we are thrilled to say that they both did beautifully and are now healing from their surgeries.  

July/August 2021-  Recently, Beatrice, Ryder and Palmer all spent time hospitalized for specific treatment of their health issues.  As of late August, Beatrice and Ryder are back to the healing home for continued care and observation.  Palmer was able to be discharged in early September.

August 2021- Suffering from a retina detachment and other eye issues, Graham underwent an eye examination and surgery.  Surgery went smoothly on his left eye, but Graham's eyes will need further treatment down the line.  For now, he has been discharged.

July 2021- In special medical situations, children need to receive nutrition through a gastrostomy tube for direct access to the stomach.  Hope's Heart was able to  supply these tubes for three little ones.

June 2021- Upcoming surgeries are needed to help bring hope and healing to two more children. Seven-year-old  Lane is needing cleft lip revision and cleft palate repair.   

February 2021- Only days old and born prematurely, baby Wyatt was hospitalized for a severe lung infection. Throughout his weeks in the NICU, Wyatt proved to be a fighter overcoming his medical challenges.  Hope's Heart was honored to play a part in the funding for his hospital stay and treatment.

December 2020- Beautiful Cami had successful cleft lip surgery in early June.  This month, we are pleased to report that she had her second surgery, this time to repair the opening in her cleft palate.  She was discharged at the end of December back to the healing home to continue her recovery and healing.

December 2020- Cute little Macy is being given a better chance to walk properly.  Macy is receiving a series of leg casting to help correct clubbed feet.  We are thankful to help support Macy's medical need and give her a richer chance at a more mobile future.

October/November 2020- This precisous newborn, Kirstin, was orphaned with severe breathing issues.  Thankfully, she was hospitalized quickly to receive an evaluation and treatment.  Diagnosed with severe pneumonia, this little one continues to receive the best of care.

October 2020-Little Elena was admitted to the hospital in October and underwent heart surgery.  The operation went well, and Elena was off the ventilator very quickly.  She is now continuing her recovery under the watchful eye of her healing home nannies.

October 2020- Five-month-old Kayme will soon be scheduled for cleft lip repair surgery.  This surgery will be life changing for her and give her a fuller and richer life.

September 2020- Lucas is slated for treatment to help control seizures.  We trust this will help minimize seizure episodes.

September 2020- Four-month-old Nikolas was born with a very large meningocele on his lower back.  He underwent a very complex surgery and remains hospitalized to combat infection and for his healing to begin.

August 2020- It's a very busy month for medical needs.  Five special children are needing to have medical challenges addressed.  First is one-year-old Jessi who is currently hospitalized after experiencing a high fever and struggling to breathe.  She is receiving treatment for acute laryngitis.  

June 2020- Two-year-old Tobias desperately needed surgery because of a congenital condition called anal atresia.  In June he was hospitalized for preliminary treatment followed by urgent surgery in July.  

June 2020- Not feeling well and having multiple seizures, Tula was rushed to the hospital for treatment.  She is now stable.  Following medication adjustments and further testing, she is expected to soon be released back to the healing home where she resides.

June 2020- A cough and breathing difficulties landed baby Avery in the hospital for evaluation and treatment.  He is currently being treated for pneumonia, and we trust Avery will be feeling well very soon.

June 2020- It is our joy to finance beautiful Cami's cleft lip repair surgery.  Cami underwent corrective surgery in early June.  Although, as expected, uncomfortable following surgery, Cami soon recovered and is already sharing her new smile.

April 2020- Tiny Mason developed pneumonia in the hospital before having heart surgery.  He spent sixteen days receiving treatment and was discharged back to the healing home to gain weight and strength to undergo the needed surgery.

February 2020- Hope's Heart is honored to fund a supply of masks for orphan use during the countrywide coronavirus outbreak.  Our desire is for all orphans and their caregivers to be protected and remain healthy. 

January 2020- Babies Elgin and Ryder were born prematurely, abandoned, and are currently in the NICU for life saving treatment.  We join in prayer and financial support for their life and care.

May UPDATE- Elgin is now living with a foster family.  After more than four months, Ryder has been discharged from the hospital to healing home care.

January 2020- Dillon came into medical care last month and was hospitalized for medical intervention in preparation for surgery to correct a complex heart defect.  This month he continues that medical care.

January UPDATE- Following pre-surgery hospitalization, Dillon has been returned to his orphanage.