Update on valerie

We are beginning to see some small rays of hope.

Reports from Cozumel from those checking on Valerie's care in the home indicate that she is continuing to fight for her life. She is taking in the Ensure during multiple small feedings daily.

A doctor's report has been received & forwarded for medical review here in Houston. We hope to hear if her case has been approved by Friday.

Medical custody of Valerie has been obtained. We hope that travel documents will be finalized this week. Tentative travel arrangements are being planned dependent on hospital approvel and issuance of travel documents.

Student groups have begun fundraising for Valerie's expenses. Church groups and community members have felt called to do the same.

Three local Katy papers have run stories on Valerie. Channel 2 News will be filming a segment at Cinco Ranch High School tomorrow highlighting the students' fundraising efforts and publicity campaigns.

Many have asked what they can do to help...

• Keep the goal of Valerie being accepted into a hospital in Houston in your heart & mind
• Continue to raise awareness of Valerie's case & of the needs of all children with disabilities
• Consider raising funds for Valerie's ongoing medical care & personal needs within your circle of friends, colleagues, family or make an individual donation.
• Network...who do you know? How can they help?
• Once Valerie is in Houston our needs will broaden. We will keep you informed about her needs & how you can help out directly in the process of getting this child the loving care that she needs.

Thank you for your support of Valerie and Carrie's Heart

Carrie

Carrie Conn
President

Carrie's Heart

Embracing the potential in all children

www.carriesheart.org

14354 Memorial Drive #1006
Houston, TX 77079

Tel: 281-856-6251
Cell: 281-813-9685