MARTY ACIERNO- "THE FIGHTER" LOCKED-IN SYNDROME

MARTY- After an amazing recovery from his first stroke in June 2008, Marty suffered a second more catastrophic and devastating Brain Stem Stroke, resulting in a condition called, "Locked-In Syndrome". Except for eye movement and small head movements, he is completely unable to move, yet fully conscious, aware and with cognitive function. Marty is a wonderful, vibrant and funny young man of 49, trapped inside an immobile body and can only communicate via eye movements and a computerized device which he activates with small head movements. Imagine being a fully functioning human being trapped inside a motionless body.......unable to speak, eat, swallow or move! This could happen to anyone, regardless of age.

In spite of his insurance denying him at every step of this difficult journey, (including the rehabilitation he so desperately needs), Marty has begun to show some improvement. This is a result of only his family supporting him and fighting for him. If we can gather a community of friends to help round out the support he needs, his progress will be accelerated and unlimited. He needs daily, consistent therapy to make significant gains!

Marty's family seeks financial help in providing him the tools he will need on his road to recovery. These include: private pay therapy, an accessible residential environment and a van to transport Marty. Insurance won't pay for his therapy, but you can help make his recovery possible.

See Marty's Fund on Facebook.

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