The Brief
- A fundraiser brought hundreds of people together Saturday to support 10-year-old Asher Thompson and his family after he was seriously injured in a crash.
- Asher suffered a brain bleed after being struck by two vehicles while trying to cross State Road 52 in mid-June.
- His mother says he’s expected to be transferred to a skilled nursing facility next week as his recovery continues.
NEW PORT RICHEY, Fla – After weeks in the hospital, 10-year-old Asher Thompson continues to make progress in his recovery. On Saturday, neighbors, local businesses and community organizations gathered at W. H. Jack Mitchell Park to help ease the financial burden facing his family as he prepares for the next stage of treatment.
New Port Richey fundraiser
What we know:
Asher Thompson suffered a brain bleed after he was struck by two vehicles while attempting to cross State Road 52 in mid-June.
His mother, Jackie Almeida, a single mom, said watching her son recover has been the hardest experience she’s ever faced, but she’s encouraged by the small signs of progress. She said Asher is expected to leave the hospital next week and be transferred to a skilled nursing facility for continued care.
Almeida said paying for his ongoing medical care has been challenging, especially after losing access to reliable transportation.…