Albany County Correctional Facility for Children's Benefit Albany NY

Family of Special Needs Child In Search of Caregiver/ Playmate

James Deere, age 7 Double Amputee

The family of James Deere is looking for a fun-loving, energetic caregiver/playmate for their son.

"He is a double amputee with an 'anoxic' (without oxygen) brain injury. He was a healthy, smart, vibrant, fun-loving boy until he was struck with a near fatal sepsis infection at 3 1/2 years old. He is still all the things I described, but now is trapped in a body devastated by sepsis. He is now healthy, but requires much care. He lost his ability of meaningful speech since the insult, but he continues to try to communicate. He is dependent on an adult for all tasks of daily living. The position to be filled requires lifting and positioning a 45 pound child throughout a shift, feeding, stretching, entertaining activities, standing, swinging, taking him for walks, changing diapers, assistance with potty training (have already started), etc. There is always a family member at home to assist you.

The schedule consists of 2-3 weekday evenings from 4-9pm. Saturday and Sunday mornings from 9am-2pm. Pay is $12 per hour and taxes are withheld as payroll is conducted through an agency.

Please contact us at [email protected] or James at 518-596-0017 if you are interested in the position or if you have any additional questions."

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James Deere was an active boy until April 12, 2010 when he entered AMCH emergency room with a very rare strep type A blood infection. Typically this bug results in a sore throat. James decompensated very quickly into kidney failure, septic (Lack of blood and oxygen to tissue), and suffering from toxic shock (Bacterial Infection) due to the strep entering his blood stream. James' left arm and right leg was amputated to save his life. After spending nearly a year in the hospital, James finally came home on 2/23/2011. James continues his recovery and is slowly showing signs of improvement.

Message From Logan Siciliano Family To Our Volunteers

Logan Siciliano at Boston CH for Checkup October 2013

"Special thanks to ACCFCB ( http://www.accfcb.org/ ) and everyone who helped with our new roof. It is sincerely appreciated more than words can explain. It even made the newspaper. It’s nice when a special organization such as this one gets recognition for what they do. I’m glad Logan got to meet most of the workers after. Sounds like he wowed them with his special charm. Charming, he is charming!" Indeed Logan is!!

Times Union Article Correctional Facility Volunteers Replace Roof

ACCFCB extends our Sincere Thanks as well to CO Chris Vilchinsky, CO Joe Benoit, CO Dan Poole, CO David Poole, Sgt. Mike Poole, CO Eric Sequin Sr, CO Theodore R Burke, ACCF's CMC Nurses Karly Lagace & Korrine Marie!!

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Logan Siciliano, Age 2 was born on January 19, 2011 diagnosed with Marfan Syndrome (MFS)- a genetic disorder of connective tissue which holds all parts of the body together and helps control growth. MFS affects the heart, blood vessels, bones, joints, eyes, lungs and skin.

Logan was born with leaky heart valves and an enlarged aorta causing congestive heart failure. Logan underwent 2 open heart surgeries at Boston Children's Hospital- The first on September 1, 2011; The second on August 29, 2012 to repair 3 valves and replace part of his stretched aorta. Logan faces surgery soon to place a rod in his back to stabilize his spine. Logan is also nearsighted and needs to wear glasses.

After Scare- 5 Year Old Burn Victim Continues Her Fight To Survive

Sa'fyre Terry age 5, Sole Schenectady House Fire Survivor

A few weeks ago Sa’fyre started to show signs of trouble at Westchester Medical Center and had to be moved into the ICU. Over the next 1-2 weeks she was treated for a blood infection and is starting to bounce back. Doctors kept her in the ICU as she continues with her treatments. Sa’fyre is currently undergoing procedures to repair her face and mouth, hopefully leading to her finally being able to speak. She is rid of all the bandaging on her legs & torso with only her fingers & neck still wrapped.

Sa'fyre suffers devastating infections as a result of her burns. She undergoes extensive skin grafting surgeries. She has lost her right hand, right wrist and toes from her left foot. Sa'fyre receives extensive physical therapy between surgeries and continues to show signs of improvement. Sa’fyre continues to fight the good fight!

Sa'fyre Terry Sole Survivor of a May 2, 2013 Schenectady House Fire

ACCF Staff Volunteer to Replace Roof on Logan Siciliano's Family Home

Stephanie (Mom) w/ Logan 10/2/2013- Photo by Skip Dickstein (TU)

Times Union Article October 2013

Logan Siciliano, Age 2 was born on January 19, 2011 diagnosed with Marfan Syndrome (MFS)- a genetic disorder of connective tissue which holds all parts of the body together and helps control growth. MFS affects the heart, blood vessels, bones, joints, eyes, lungs and skin.

Logan was born with leaky heart valves and an enlarged aorta causing congestive heart failure. Logan underwent 2 open heart surgeries at Boston Children's Hospital- The first on September 1, 2011; The second on August 29, 2012 to repair 3 valves and replace part of his stretched aorta. Logan faces surgery soon to place a rod in his back to stabilize his spine. Logan is also nearsighted and needs to wear glasses.

ACCFCB offers our Sincere Thanks to CO Chris Vilchinsky, CO Joe Benoit, CO Dan Poole, CO David Poole, Sgt. Mike Poole, CO Eric Sequin Sr, CO Theodore R Burke, ACCF's CMC Nurses Karly Lagace & Korrine Marie!!