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pstokely

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Tue Oct 4, 2016, 09:45 AM Oct 2016

No place for paralyzed, seriously ill teacher at hospital

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Hegger also can't afford in home care- which can be up to $14,000 a month. So where can she go?

" end up with a facility many times far away from home. The care probably isn't always ideal," said Headley.

Today, Tara's future and her chance for recovery remain uncertain.

"I’ve been kicked around and abused and neglected by our medical system and I never thought that could happen but it’s happening to me and I just want a fighting shot to prove what I can do. Thank you for those who continue to pray for me and support me," said Hegger.

Dolan says mercy has presented him with two options for Hegger's relocation: she can go to a one star rated facility in Kansas, or another one in Oklahoma. For more information you can visit HelpTara.org
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Read more: http://www.ksdk.com/news/local/no-place-for-paralyzed-seriously-ill-teacher-at-local-hospital/328781343

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