The Pulse Issue #2 - 6 Months of Impact
Can you believe its nearly 6 months ago that Brynne and I decided to officially launch Heart Warrior Ministries?
Everyday we are humbled at how the Lord has blessed this organization through the many donors, volunteers, and supporters who contribute to the impact we illustrate below.
To read more about what we have done since our last newsletter, click the link below!
So, Your Child Has Received a Brain Injury Diagnosis - Now What?
We were told many things about Cillians diagnosis. He had global death with significant injury to the occipital, parietal, and prefrontal cortex. In other words, “moderate to severe brain injury” as a result from his cardiac arrest.
I wish I could tell you I handled the brain injury diagnosis well, that I had unbridled hope in those dark days.
But I didn’t.
I was afraid. I was consumed with fear. I could not muster the strength to find a shred of hope that we can adjust to like with this diagnosis. The biggest question I had ruminating was, “what do I do now?” Beyond the desperation for hope was the desire to sink my teeth into how to help what I was being told was a helpless situation.
Here is what I wish I knew.
Medical Trauma vs. PTSD - What’s the Difference?
Supporting a child with Congenital Heart Defects, though incredibly rewarding, can bring with it its own set of unique challenges, one of which is navigating medical trauma and PTSD.
In this article, you will learn the differences between medical trauma and PTSD and how to recognize each in yourself, the importance of early intervention and types of interventions available to you, and unique services available to you being a CHD parent.
The Pulse - Issue #1 June 2024
When Brynne and I felt called to start this ministry, it couldn't have come at a worse time. But God has us lead every step of the way and done some incredible things. Read our first newsletter, sharing the story of our first 30 days.