Art’s Story

Site created on September 22, 2020

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Dear Family and Friends,

Our father (Art Francis) collapsed on Sunday night from what we have been told was a cardiac arrest with an unknown cause. He is currently in critical but stable condition in a medically induced coma in the Cardiac ICU unit. The doctors and nurses are continuing their great care and have been keeping us informed of his condition while also answering any questions that they are able to. Unfortunately there are still a lot of unknowns. This is a surprise to us all, as you all may know, Art Francis, is a healthy man, always working out, walking the dogs and doing things around the house. We will continue to update this page every day or when we receive new information. Thank you for your continued support and kind words during these tough times. 


Sincerely, The Francis Family 


Newest Update

Journal entry by cathy francis

Art's rehab team met yesterday and set next Tuesday, October 20th as his likely discharge date - one month to the day from when his heart stopped beating.  It's astonishing.  I'm going to Family Education tomorrow and Sara will go on Friday to learn how to be of help when he comes home.  He will also be going to Outpatient Physical Therapy and Cardiac Rehab once he returns.

We need to continue to take things one day at a time but that Art is returning with all of his wits about him defies all odds and we are so grateful to have him back.  This experience has certainly upended our lives.  The kind words of support and encouragement, prayers and loving energy of family and friends have helped to sustain us and get us all to this point.  A heartfelt thanks to all of you.  

- Cathy, Sara, Chris and Annie 
  



 
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