Kate Update - Tuesday 2:00pm 12/19/17

Team Kate,

It is official, Kate will be discharged from the hospital this Friday.  Kate's medical team just had a meeting sharing about her current capacities and the support she will need once she arrives at home.  Overall she is doing well and is meeting the standards set for her departure. 

One of the ongoing concerns is how tired Katie gets as the day winds down.  She is working very hard in her therapy session and then is seemingly getting overstimulated by her many visitors in the evening. 

At this point, the doctors have asked that Katie not have any visitors throughout the remainder of her stay.  They want her to optimize her rest and be able to fully focus on her remaining therapy sessions and finish strong. 

So, we are respectfully asking that you continue to support Katie by holding off on any visits until the new year.  We know each and every one of you wants the very best for Kate and right now this is what she needs to focus on.    Thank you!

On behalf of Katie, we wish you all the very best and Merry Christmas and hope-filled Holiday Season with your family.   

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  1. Rachel DooleyDecember 19, 2017 at 2:28 PM

    Katie, I'm sending well wishes and prayers for you and your family as you recover. Sounds like you are a true warrior and have been surrounded by loving friends and family. You did a fantastic job on my hair earlier this year and I'm so glad our paths crossed. Merry Christmas!
    Rachel Dooley

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  2. UnknownDecember 20, 2017 at 3:32 PM

    Esmé and I were going to visit today but just read the message. Kim, could you please text me when a good time to visit in Tacoma. I had a phone issue and lost yours and Callie's number. Thanks and sending love Jessica

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  3. UnknownDecember 20, 2017 at 3:32 PM

    Esmé and I were going to visit today but just read the message. Kim, could you please text me when a good time to visit in Tacoma. I had a phone issue and lost yours and Callie's number. Thanks and sending love Jessica

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