Albany County Correctional Facility for Children's Benefit Albany NY

Tribute to Tyler DeMarco "Rest In Peace" May 16, 1997- February 23, 2010

     
Tribute to Tyler DeMarco whose shortened life touched so many others.....
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"On June 28, 2006 the CAT scan revealed a tennis ball sized tumor in the fourth ventricle of Tyler's brain.  The tumor was diagnosed as Medulloblastoma.   On July 3, 2006 the brain tumor was successfullyy removed through surgery.

In March 2008 Tyler was cancer free and considered in remission.

On March 23, 2009, as part of a routine followup exam, Tyler completed another brain and spinal MRI.  On March 24, 2009 we received the call... Tyler had a recurrence of Medulloblastoma that had metastasized  to his spinal cord" -Don DeMarco (dad)

Tyler DeMarco, 12, of Rotterdam, New York went to be with Jesus on Tuesday, February 23, 2010 while at home with his loving and adoring family by his side.

ACCFCB extends our sincere broken hearted condolences to Don, Pam and Ryan for the loss of their "Amazing Tyler" who will be forever in your hearts.

Connor Moran, age 18- An Update From Mom.....

 
Connor Moran of Wynantskill age 18

e-mail update from Connor's mom (Laura)-

Dear John Smith

I hope all is well with You and Family. I am sorry I haven't kept in touch with you, we've been very busy.  

I wanted to let you know that Connor is doing well.  About a month ago he started a new diet, "The Maker's Diet".  He can finally be on a diet where he can eat meat!  It is a very healthy diet, and very strict.  He broke his diet after a week, so he was not feeling very well for a couple of days. He's been moving around more and more.  He still uses the wheelchair when we go out, and the crutches full time. He needs to gain more weight in order for him to start walking without the crutches. He is taking a Bible class online, and every Tuesdays the youth group gets together at our home. It is a blessing we found out about this diet, God's prints were all over it. We are all eating better because of it. Connor's stress is a big part of it, so I had to change many things about our lifestyle. It will be a long recovery for Connor, and a lot of work. Only God knows what is ahead of us, but I know that if Connor works at it he will be in great health within a year. He also has to work on his anxiety, and fear of being alone. We have to focus, and stay positive. Connor is such a brave, and strong young man. He is my inspiration!  

I want to give you a big 'THANK YOU".  When we were in a time of need a seed was planted, that was Mr. Karam (Lieutenant James Karam, Rensselaer County Sheriff's Office) who got in touch with You. We are so grateful to you all for what you did for us. It was very overwhelming, and we felt very, very blessed. This is the first time in our lives that someone does something so big, and specially for our Connor. All the people who were involved. The Golf event was a very amazing time, and so meaningful. God bless you all for everything that you do.

 

With all our Sincere Thanks,

 

Laura, Len, Connor and Kirsten

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Connor was diagnosed at age 12 with Crohn's Disease & Osteoporosis. He underwent Bowel Resection Surgery, and had 3.5 feet of bowel removed. Connor was home-schooled due to his limited physical abilities and being severely underweight. He has limited mobility and is easily fatigued. 

ACCFCB met Connor and his family in their home for the first time on Saturday, Dec 1, 2007. ACCFCB has supported Connor and his family to help them get back on stable financial ground. Lieutenant James Karam of the Rensselaer County Sheriff's Office brought Connor to our attention, for which we thank him.

Hunter Sanchez, age 12 of Schodack- Will Undergo More Extensive Surgery

Hunter Sanchez Oct 31, 2008 Capital News 9 Interview

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 2010 w/ sister Gabrielle

At the age of 8, Hunter complained of leg pain which doctors diagnosed as Bi-Lateral Legg-Calve Perthes Disease- (a rare disease that causes bone death in the ball of both hips due to a lack of blood flow). He went from being a very active child to confinement in a wheelchair.

Hunter had surgery in January 2007 and spent 5 months recovering @ Sinai Hosp in Baltimore, Maryland. He was finally able to come home in May to face a year long extensive Physical Therapy regiment.

On July 6, 2007, Hunter received the Albany County Correctional Facility for Children's Benefit's "Courage Award" at our 3rd annual "TEED OFF FOR TOT'S" Golf Classic Event. The award highlighted the tremendous courage Hunter displayed during his long ordeal and was well DESERVED!  

The following is an UPDATE from Hunter's mom Noelle (2010):

Hi John (Smith),

The last year has been rough for Hunter with his pain getting worse and worse.

In May 2010 Hunter is scheduled for his 1st of 4 surgeries to take place approx.
over the next three years.

Hunter's femoral head on the right is wide and flat and has outgrown the
acetabulum. His acetabulum has taken on a flat shape also. Not good.
They are going to cut down and resurface the femoral head.
He has no femoral neck on the right and very little on the left.

They are going to move the greater trochanter down and make a femoral neck for
him. 2 screws to reattach the greater trochanter (which come out later) and One
support screw up the new neck they make him, which is permanent .

It's an 8 hour surgery. Much longer than fixators but easier recovery (we pray). 
2-3 weeks (HOPEFULLY) in Baltimore and 3 months recovery at home with Full time
Physical therapy. He will have a brace and crutches.

Without Hunter's 1st fixator surgery in 2007, this one would not be possible.

Hunter was able to play 2 years of baseball and pitched last year.

We were blessed with the Nassau Baseball Assoc. and His coach Brett Doty who
worked with Hunter's Limitations to give him the best playing experience he
could have.

Hunter is OK with all of it. He just wants the pain to go away.
Sorry I couldn't update you with great news but I am certain one day I will
send you an email that says he is all done, mostly pain free and walking well.

>Noelle Sanchez