Just like George & Weezie on The Jeffersons, Kay is movin' on up to the East Side!
She's had such wonderful progress that tomorrow she'll be transferred to Mt. Sinai to begin her rehabilitation! This is an amazing facility, there's no doubt she'll receive treatment as wonderful as the care she has received at NY Presbyterian. It's just like Kay to be sure she has the VIP status!
Kay continued to have an amazing weekend. She was alert and responsive all weekend. In fact, she must have known last night was Saturday night, because she was awake most of the night and a little sleepy today. Nevertheless, she's been recognizing her friends and family, continuing to give Devin kisses and even trying to talk.
Yesterday, they were able to take Kay off the respirator and just give her oxygen through her trach-mainly now acting as a nebulizer.
All of Kay's wonderful work in the past with autistic children (and surely the 5th grade Voyage of the Mimi studies) has helped her out. Kay was able to start using sign language this weekend! She's been signing to people and can understand when others sign to her.
We're so happy and amazed that Kay has come this far! Being able to start rehabilitation 18 days after her fall is nothing short of a miracle. Kay's days will be busy and exhausting for her, but this will be the best thing for her to get her back to good as new. No doubt, she'll continue to amaze us and everyone at Mt. Sinai with her abilities.
Keep praying for Kay and leaving her your support. Rehabilitation will be wonderful, but may also be difficult for her....although not sure anything is difficult for this girl!
We love you Kay!
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Wow, that is absolutely amazing! Great job, Kay! I'm sure you will do exceptionally well in rehab, you are the toughest fighter I know. Keep it up and as always you will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Jennifer Tompkins(Basciano)
Great news again today Kay.
Everyone here is so thrilled and relieved at your continued progress.
You have some work left to do but after what you've achieved so far I'm sure you'll make that look easy too!
Take Care.
Lots of love from Caroline
Hey Kay..
I was out of town for the weekend and hadn't been on here in a couple of days. What great news to come home to. I'm so happy for you and your family. You are a true fighter and have a loving and amazing support group. You continue to be in my thoughts and prayers. Keep on fighting girl.. you're doing great!! xoxo
Jenn G.
Kay,
Excellent news!I am so glad to hear that your making such great progress.The next stage is here sunshine....let that fighting spirit shine through and this should be a breeze.Let em' know where you come from and NEVER give up the good fight.We are all in your corner.
Bubba Joe
WOW! This is the best news! Honest and truly on her way back to wine in the basement at Mom's house. We keep hoping and wishing and of course praying for the whole gang.
Kay, it was great to see you awake and smiling today. Your smile is absolutely amazing and I loved seeing it again. The progress you have made in the past week doesn't cease to amaze me as you are a fighter, especially with Devin at your side. Keep up the good work. I look forward to seeing you at Mt. Sinai, hopefully next week, where you will once again, amaze me with your smile and fighting attitude. You are always in our prayers.
Aunt Judy and Uncle Joe
just got home to read the great news. i get all the info everyday from lois. keep fighting and soon you will be dancing again. it will be hard work ahead of you, but well worth it. you are truly amazing. things did not work out for us to come down today but i am sure you had a cheering squad there for you. we love you and lots of love to your "soulmate"devin. hi to all your family also.
love always, doreen and harold
GREAT NEWS!!!! Kay our love and prayers continue for you. Today,I lit a candle for you, Devin and your family. God Bless.
Hi Tina (Teeny Weeny) Keep strong for your Amazing Sister!!!! Love You!!!!
Aunt Alice & Uncle Gary
Absolutely wonderful news that Kay has improved so much that she is going to rehab. I've always wanted to visit Mt. Sinai Hospital so now I have a perfectly good excuse.
As always, our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love,
Rob and Lisa Sanfilippo, and kids!
I love you soooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooomuch!
Love, Tayah
Dear Kay and Devin,
WOW! Great things come to those who wait! Talk about a fighter! You have to be the strongest there is no doubt about it! I love you so much and can't wait to see you in rehab! We are praying for you like crazy and will never stop! We love you so much and can't wait to hear your voice and see that trademark smile you have that no one else can top! See you soon!
Love Always,
Ellen, Michael and Tayah
Kay,
I am so thrilled to hear of all your improvements. You are an amazing woman. You are a miracle!
You have touched so many lives.
Thank you for this webpage. It is the first thing I look at each day, when my computer goes on.
Love, Linda Tritto
Kay,
I'm so happy to hear that you are going forward.. yeah!! Keep up the good work... in church yesterday I said a special prayer for you. I see that they are working.. love you, tracy, bob, victoria, allie and hailey... kisses...
Awesome news. Good luck at Mount Sinai! Wishing for continuing the speedy recovery.
amy
I dreamt about Kay last night, I think because I saw Cindy Saturday night!! She was walking, talking and doing great. I also gave her a hug which Im doing right now and wishing her the best at rehab!! You'll do great girl!!!!! I know it. Love to the whole family-ADRIAN
Great News, we are so happy for you Kay, good luck in rehab you are a true fighter and will do just fine!
Love,
Aimee Finateri (Ferraro)
Kay this is fabulous news watch out Mt. Sinai here she comes. The nurses won't know what hit them when they see what a fighter you are.
As always in my thoughts and prayers.
Dara
Awesome news!!!!
Jimmie and Cara
I am so excited to read the update today!!!!!! You go girl!!! Keep it up!
Love Kristen McKinley
Hi Kay
Look at you go!!
Keep up the good work. It will get tough, but if these past weeks are any indication, you'll be just fine.
You amaze and inspire me.
Ciao Bella,
Kim Costella
What wonderful news...can't wait to see you! Keep it up!
Love
Brooke
Hi Kay, Martha and I are thinking of you and praying for you! You're doing an awesome job! Keep it up!
Brian and Martha Madigan
Dear Kay and Devin,
I hope you are all settled in at rehab! I am so excited for you! We are all now praying for a speedy rehab so you can go home and relax in your own house! That is the next step!I love you bunches and will continue to pray for you! Keep up that fight and I will see you soon!
Love Always,
Ellen, Michael and Tayah
Hey Darlin'
I'm so proud of you! You are such an inspiration!
I know you are going to do fabulous in rehab. Hopefully, they'll have some "hips don't lie" therapy for you! You'll be shaking those tailfeathers in no time!
I can't wait to see you next week!
I love you!
Monica
great news kay! bethany says every time she looks in the mirror at her wrinkle, she thinks of you...you really know how to make an impression on people! i'm so happy that the rest of you hair has been spared, and i have been keeping my eye out for cute styles for when you are ready! keep up on your recovery! love lauren and the rest of Eurolux
great news kay! bethany says every time she looks in the mirror at her wrinkle, she thinks of you...you really know how to make an impression on people! i'm so happy that the rest of you hair has been spared, and i have been keeping my eye out for cute styles for when you are ready! keep up on your recovery! love lauren and the rest of Eurolux
That is great news Kay! Keep up the great work, you'll do great!
xoxox
Dena & Brian
Keep it up, Kay!! I'm so happy to hear of your progress and hope to see you soon!
Annie Sorrells
Off to rehab, that's amazing!! You have an amazing support system which I'm sure reflects the person that you are. You seem like a real fighter so make sure that Devin and your family bring you back into the ICU when you're all better so that we can meet the true Kay!! For now keep fighting, you're young, you're strong, and you WILL win this battle!!
Michele Teter (NICU RN)
Hi Kay,
I am so happy that you are out of the NICU and off to Rehab. This is only going to make you better and soon we will have you back all to ourselves. I am so excited of your progress. You are the best and I can't wait to see you soon!
Court
Kay,
This is amazing progress! "Rock On" in rehab...it's tough but soon you'll be back to yourself. I think of you and the family daily and pray for a full recovery. I'm making my travel plans for early '08 to see you, it's been so long but you hold a giant piece of my heart.
Love Always,
Jessica Cipolla-Tario
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