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Thank you for visiting this special COTA webpage, dedicated to raising funds in honor of brothers Caleb and Crosby and providing support to the Kachur family. From this page, you can access medical updates from Kristin and Kevin, view photos and videos or make a secure donation all in one place. Please note that 100% of the proceeds raised for COTA in honor of Team Caleb and Crosby will assist...
Continue Reading »Caleb & Crosby Kachur
Findlay, OH
Transplant Type: BMT/Stem Cell
Transplant Status: Transplanted
Goal: $60,000.00
Raised: $52,083 of $60,000 goal
Raised by 169 contributors
Updates
Goal Increase and Campaign Name Change
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The fundraising goal and campaign name have recently been updated per a conversation between Caleb and Crosby's family and Rick Lofgren, COTA President & CEO. This letter below... Continue Reading »
Outline: Next Steps to Full Recovery
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Hello all, and thank you to so many for your continued reading of our detailed blog posts. These updates really help us to process all the information we’re... Continue Reading »
B & T Cell Update- Overall Immune Function
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Hello all! Asking for more prayers for Caleb’s health and continued recovery today... and that we get some good news in the next several weeks. Caleb's blood work has... Continue Reading »
Eye Diagnosis and Treatment
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I mentioned that Caleb started having an eye problem about a month ago. This issue has been diagnosed as a more mild case of exotropia (both eyes). Essentially,... Continue Reading »
Fast Foward: Circa 100 Days Post Transplant
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I know it has been quite a long time since we have posted an update about Caleb's progress after coming home about six weeks ago. The kiddos, Caleb's... Continue Reading »
Home Sweet Home
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We want to take a moment to thank every one of you - not only for your tremendous and tireless support since Caleb's admission to Nationwide Children's in... Continue Reading »
Quick Update : Day +49
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Unfortunately, Caleb’s adeno level was confirmed at around 8000 yesterday late afternoon. We were in clinic again today (after yesterday’s scheduled visit) from 11 a to 5 p... Continue Reading »
The Heart of a BMT Nurse
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As difficult as the extended stay hospital “lifestyle” can be, some very special people make it a lot more bearable for super sick kiddos and their parents/guardians.Looking back... Continue Reading »