Thank You!

I am so thankful for all of the support to help get Demarion to China. I must admit this has been a humbling experience. We've received donations from people all over the US and many of them we don't know personally. It makes my heart fill with joy knowing that so many others believe in what we are doing for him.
I've been asked what will the stem cells do? What kind of stem cells will be used? What are our goals for him. So, that's the purpose of this blog.
Stem Cells have the ability to develop into different types of cells to exert different functions. They can reproduce a completely new, normal and even younger cell. As a result of Demarions accident most of his brains cells were damaged causing his disabilities. It is our hope that the stem cells will not only reproduce new brain cells but regulate his immune system, promote the growth of blood vessels resulting in increased blood flow to the damaged areas and improve the effective conduction of his intercellular electrical signals and transduction. We will be going through Beike Biotechnology. Demarion and I will stay in a hospital in Qingdao, China. They use three types of stem cells: umbilical cord blood, umbilical cord tissue and bone marrow. The stem cells will be given to Demarion through IV injection and Lumbar Puncture (spinal tap). The lumbar puncture procedure is used to access the cerebrospinal fluid of the brain and spinal cord and helps deliver stem cells directly into the cerebral spinal fluid. Our major goal is improvement, big or small. We would love for him to be able to walk unassisted, use words, feed and cloth himself. These are all basic things that many of us take for granted each day....I know it did before he was injured.
I know this is a lot of medical terminology, but I can't think of any other way to explain it. We are hopeful that the treatments will be highly effective giving Demarion a much brighter future. Again, thank you for your support and prayers.

Edna

Why China?

I been asked several times, "Why China?" I've always thought of America as the leader in all medical research and treatment. I still do. Unfortunately, in this case China is offering something that Demarion can't get at home. My husband and I made the decision after much research, praying and talking with other Americans that have traveled to China for the same reason. This trip to China gives my son a new start, new hope and how could I deny him that. On the day Demarion was hurt we vowed to take care of him no matter what. This is one of those things that parents do not because it will be easy, but because you love your child so much you would go to the ends of the earth if it meant giving them a better life. I would like to share a link with you all. This website shares the stories of so many around the world who have taken the journey to China and seen positive results. Check it out, you'll be glad you did.
http://www.stemcellschina.com/
Thanks again to all of you who have donated. We couldn't make this happen without your support.

Demarion's going to China!

Wow! What a journey thus far. I never imagined we would be at this point in our lives. In the past four years we've done everything to try to help Demarion improve and much of it has paid off. He's doing more than most of his doctors ever imagined. Our family is so excited about the opportunity to take him to China for stem cell treatment. This is another step in seeing Gods miracles being performed. We consider it a blessing that he was accepted for the treatment. He will be recieving 8 stem cell injections over a 40 day period. He will also receive therapies. Thank you to each and everyone of you for visiting this donation site and donating. Our goal is $55,000 and each and every donation is appreciated and greatly needed. Just click on one of the donate buttons and your donation will be added to Demarions donation account for the trip. Thank you for your prayers and support. God Bless!