Cyclist seriously injured in Berwyn

I don't have much information other than what's in the story:

http://www.mysuburbanlife.com/2012/12/04/bicyclist-struck-by-truck-...

Thursday, someone who knows the rider posted on a local FB page that he was still in ICU.

This happened 2 blocks from us and we go through that intersection virtually every day whether driving, walking, or biking. In fact, my daughter and I passed through there on our tandem shortly before this happened.  It is one of my least favorite intersections to ride or walk through. The City of Berwyn installed a red light camera there due to the high number of accidents, but it only monitors 26th street, not East Avenue.

Thoughts and prayers for a complete recovery

Vince

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Permalink Reply by Anne Alt on February 5, 2013 at 10:37am

Weekends. Sundays are better than Saturdays for me.

Permalink Reply by Allison M. down Ogden 7.9 mi on February 5, 2013 at 10:38am

My co-worker says he's definitely in for any Sunday, and will ask his Berwyn friends if they might be interested, too.

I work 7 days a week most weeks, but can try to get coverage for a Sunday if that's best for everyone...as long as we plan ahead..

Permalink Reply by OLB 0.1 on February 5, 2013 at 10:44am
Sundays work best for me too.
Permalink Reply by Allison M. down Ogden 7.9 mi on February 5, 2013 at 10:52am

Response from Kim: 

That's such a nice idea! Saturday and Sunday early afternoons are good. Keep in mind that Justin may not be at RML for more than 2 more weeks. After that he would move to the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago downtown.

I'm not sure about what he would need for his room. I'll think about it and let you know.

Permalink Reply by David Barish on February 5, 2013 at 11:03am

RIC downtown is likely to be an easier destination for most on this board.  However, there are nice routes to ride to Hinsdale.

Permalink Reply by Lisa Curcio on February 5, 2013 at 11:09am

RIC is a big tall building.  A group would probably not be able to go up to see him and it is not likely he would be able to see anyone even if he had a window.

Permalink Reply by Tim Heckman on February 5, 2013 at 11:31am

Depending on the date, I am likely to be available, and could meet up with Berwyn folks.  Sundays are good.

Permalink Reply by Allison M. down Ogden 7.9 mi on February 14, 2013 at 7:56am

Update: 

 Justin has begun to speak in a whisper (mostly yes or no answers) and he has been writing in short sentences, although his ability to communicate is still inconsistent. He can also sit up by himself for short periods of time. All steps in the right direction!
They are planning to transfer him to another rehabilitation center in downtown Chicago later this week, where he will undergo intense physical therapy for 4-6 weeks. He should then be able to return home, where he will need 24-hour in-home care and continue with outpatient physical therapy. 
Permalink Reply by yaj 7.4 on February 25, 2013 at 10:02am

I just wanted to let Justin know that we're still thinking about him too and hope he is still improving.

Permalink Reply by Anne Alt on February 25, 2013 at 11:06am

+1  Has Justin been transferred to the downtown rehab center?

yaj 3.2 said:

I just wanted to let Justin know that we're still thinking about him too and hope he is still improving.

Permalink Reply by Allison M. down Ogden 7.9 mi on February 25, 2013 at 11:26am

Yes, he's at RIC in River North. An update from Feb. 20th:

Today Justin was cleared by the orthopedic surgeon regarding his leg and scapula/clavicle fractures. This means his fractures have healed enough that he can can weight bearing activities on his left leg and arm. 

He is learning how to sit up straighter during physical therapy and he's also sitting up straighter in his wheelchair. He also got to try standing up during PT, which he was able to do with a lot of assistance from the therapist.

We also went to canine therapy tonight. The dogs performed on an obstacle course and Justin got to pet a Golden Retriever named Max and a Bernese Mountain Dog named Bernard.

Anne Alt said:

+1  Has Justin been transferred to the downtown rehab center?

yaj 3.2 said:

I just wanted to let Justin know that we're still thinking about him too and hope he is still improving.

Permalink Reply by Anne Alt on February 26, 2013 at 4:22am

Thanks for sharing this encouraging news.  Congrats to Justin!

Allison M. down Ogden 7.9 mi said:

Yes, he's at RIC in River North. An update from Feb. 20th:

Today Justin was cleared by the orthopedic surgeon regarding his leg and scapula/clavicle fractures. This means his fractures have healed enough that he can can weight bearing activities on his left leg and arm. 

He is learning how to sit up straighter during physical therapy and he's also sitting up straighter in his wheelchair. He also got to try standing up during PT, which he was able to do with a lot of assistance from the therapist.

We also went to canine therapy tonight. The dogs performed on an obstacle course and Justin got to pet a Golden Retriever named Max and a Bernese Mountain Dog named Bernard.

Anne Alt said:

+1  Has Justin been transferred to the downtown rehab center?

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