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Fundraiser For #TeamJared - A little boy with disabilities

Jared was born with Hydrocephalus caused from a stroke that he suffered in utero. He has had 7 brain surgeries, and two other pediatric GI surgeries as well. He will probably have another brain surgery within the next 2 years. He is blind, and can not bear weight on his legs, therefore he is constantly in his wheelchair. Jared has outgrown most of his home equipment and has few activity toys to play with. We want to get him this new walker that some of you have already seen called the "Upsee Harness" it attaches to myself and Jared to help him walk WITH me. It's a great therapy for him, however they are projected at about $500 when they become available to the United States in about a week. Also, Jared's in need of some new therapy toys which can each cost anywhere from $200-500 A PIECE! We are asking for your help to raise some money so that we can get all of these things for Jared. Please donate what you can. Every dollar raised is one dollar closer to getting Jared the equipment he can REALLY use at home instead of just at school.



If you are able to donate, here is the link: 

http://www.gofundme.com/TeamJared

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