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2 Ways To Support Previous ACCFCB 'Courage Award' Recipient

*Connor Moran age 21

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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. Connor was the recipient of ACCFCB's 'Courage Award' at our 4th annual 'Teed off for Tots' golf event held June 27, 2008 for his positive attitude while coping with this debilitating disease.

We encourage you to please support this effort on Connor's behalf.

*ACCF for Children's Benefit supports seriously ill children in the Capital Region to the age of 18, our thoughts and prayers are forever!

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.

A Letter from Len Smith, Connor's Father

John,

First and foremost, thanks for all you have done for us. My family was at the breaking point and ready to disintegrate under the strain of Connor's deteriorated health. The bills kept piling up and the health of our son was in perpetual degradation. We were silently sinking. My boss and mentor, Lt. James Karam from Rensselaer Co. Sheriff's Department was instrumental in seeking your help for my family. We reached a point of not knowing how to even begin addressing the numerous problems mounting, compounding, and ultimately stemming from the medical issues Connor faces. The strain imposed by my recent deployment in Kuwait, only further estranged my family relationship, which was already compromised after years of stresses derived from our common struggle.

You, your staff, and the CERT team under Captain Foley have all been the blessing we are most grateful for in our lives. The ACCF officers union Local 775, Mr.Charlie Diamond ACCFCB Board member, and the ACCF Mental Health Unit were equally a Godsend. We've been truly blessed by their presence in our lives.

I would also like to thank Mr. Ed Remmilard of ACSD. Yesterday on Christmas eve he came to my home, to assess a broken drainage pipe in my basement. To our shock, over the next few hours, he single-handedly replaced the pipes at no charge for us. This act saved us potentially thousands of dollars we currently do not possess. As we sit down to dinner tonight we will thank our new friends, and all who extended their hearts and hands. I thank you for all of your help. I have been unable to address all of the needs of my family, but you have been placed in my path offering assistance. I am forever in your debt. This I happily declare. May the new year bring Connor health and blessings to all of the members mentioned in this letter as well as their families.

Sincerely,
Len Smith

Response from John Smith, ACCFCB President

Dear Len,

I will certainly share your very thoughtful and kind words which undoubtedly came from your heart.

You have given us a great gift, a sense of knowing the collective difference that we have made. We are blessed to have been guided to help your lovely family.

Please continue to keep John W. posted on Connor's progress and any help or questions you and your family may have. We wish you a very happy holiday and Happy New Year, which will hopefully bring you further relief in your struggles.

Warm regards,
John R Smith, President
Albany County Correctional Facility for Children's Benefit, Inc.
(518) 588-5055
www.ACCFCB.org

Connor Moran

Pictured L to R: Connor age 16, Kirsten Age 4 1/2- Sister & Christina- Siena College student

Connor Moran is from Wynantskill and is 16 years old. He was diagnosed at age 12 with Crohn's Disease & Osteoporosis. He recently underwent Bowel Resection Surgery, and had 3.5 feet of bowel removed. Connor is home-schooled and his friends are minimal. He has limited mobility and is easily fatigued. His mother prepares his food in a blender and is fed via G-Tube.

ACCFCB met with the family in their home for the first time on Saturday, Dec 1, 2007. ACCFCB will be supporting Connor and his family. To help this family get on stable ground financially, ACCFCB will pay $1500 to bring their utility bills up to date with the help of a $500 donation from Local 775. We will also pay all of Connor's outstanding medical bills at a cost of about $2600. . We plan to help cover future medical expenses for Connor not covered by Medical Insurance. We will assist the family with future travel expenses with regard to Connor's medical needs. Christina Sillery pictured above is a Siena College student who befriended Connor after learning of his plight through ACCFCB- Christina also has Crohn's disease.

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