Tyler on the Move!

Don't go to Westchester tonight and expect to see Tyler...he's not there!

11:00 this morning, Tyler was transported to Helen Hayes Rehabilitation Center!

Tyler is just getting settled, so we will post here when Tyler is ready for Visitors

Directions to Helen Hayes:
Take the NYS Thruway South to exit 16. After the toll booth, take exit ramp following signs for Route 6. Make a left onto Route 32. Follow Route 32 briefly and at traffic light make a left onto Route 6 East. Follow Route 6( at the top of the mountain the road forks) and at the traffic circle, exit onto Palisades Interstate Parkway South. Continue on Palisades to exit 14. Turn left onto Willow Grove Road. Continue straight (road becomes Filors Lane) to Route 9W. Turn right onto Route 9W and hospital entrance is 1/8 mile on right.

Visiting Hours are 11am TO 9pm

How to get home:
When you leave the lot make a right. GO to stop sign, make a left. Next stop sign you will see a sign that says Railroad Avenue /Central Highway. Make a right toward Central Highway go to stop light(elementary school on left) make a right on to Central Highway. Go to next light, make a left onto Filors Lane. Go approx 2.1 miles to Pallisades PArkway north.

Record Article 10/31/2006

Many thanks to Kevin Gleason of the The Times Herald Record for his wonderful article on Tyler.

For those of you out of the area who would like to read it, here is the link...I don't know if you will have to register as a recordonline user first, but if you do, it's free!
http://recordonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20061031/SPORTS/610310325

Don't forget our upcoming events to benefit Tyler and his family...

11/04/2006 - Shoot-a-thon at Most Precious Blood (Open to the Public)

11/04 &11/05/2006 - Kick off Tournament - MPBS Basketball Program

11/15/2006 - Benefit Concert at Valley Central High School (more info to follow)

01/20/2007 - Dinner Dance to Benefit Tyler
Walden Firehouse, Orange Avenue, Walden
Tickets limited to 300 Guests
More information to Follow

Update for Monday Oct 30th

Tyler's accident happened 3 weeks ago today.

This has been the longest 3 weeks of our lives, but the support, prayers and love that we have received from everybody has been wonderful. Without all of your help, I wonder if we would have been at this point so soon.

Today is a great news day.

Tyler had the left chest tube removed earlier today and is just waiting for clearance fron Dr Bacay to move to Helen Hayes! So everyone say an extra prayer for Tyler tonight! He no longer has any tubes or IV's, and is just on oral medication.

He had a Tutor come in today so he worked on some school work and is ready to get back to catch up on what he missed.

Thats all for now, except for a special thank you to Mr Larry Hermance. Your kind gift is a reminder of how generous and wonderful the people in our community are. We will say a prayer in Scotts memory and when everything settles down , we would like to thank you in person.

Tyler, Jay Lori Justin and Keegan

Benefit Concert for Tyler 11/15/06

Webmaster's Note: I don't know who posted this, but I as soon as I get more information, I will pass it on.

November 15th there will be a benefit concert held at Valley Central High School, rt. 17k, Montgomery for Tyler Ryan......

It features Tyler's bandmates, SKAWAIIAN and BEHIND THE SILENCE (Campbell Decker from SHC) and many other great bands from the Hudson Valley region!

(Recently, these bands appeared at Club Crannell in Poughkeepsie and had a great response! They all have myspaces, too......)

Update on Tyler for thursday and Friday Oct 26/27

This is a double update today because of the lack of time to send along the info.

Tyler had the right chest tube removed on Thursday morning and all is well. The left chest tube is now off suction and is using just gravity to drain any remaining fluid. If nothing much comes out in the next 24 hours, the Pulmonary Doc will remove this tube as well.

This is a big step towards getting to Helen Hayes!!!.

Tyler will stay at Westchester through the weekend and then if all goes well. move to rehab early next week.

At home, Justin had started back at college and hopes to get back to Johnstons very soon. It all depends on how his shoulder feels and how strong his arm will be. He has to use his big strong muscles when he works, so he need to be 100%.

Keegan is doing fine and is eating very well due to Mrs Sheehans crew of Cooks. Every thing has been delicious and I know because I have been home a few nights this week and got to eat the great dinners. Keegan has been a great help here at the house; taking care of the animals and keeping the house in order, without missing much school!

One last thing... there is a new tradition that Tyler's vistors must follow when they leave his room. Dan Cocks and Andre have created the "Dance for Tyler" tradition. When you leave and go through the Childrens Hospital lobby, there is a stage that you must dance on so Tyler can see you on the TV. There is a camera on the ceiling over the doors that he can watch you on. The crazier the dance the better. I believe that Justin Murphy and Conor may have participated in this too.So if you visit... don't forget to dance away.

Thats all for now, remember to keep Tyler in your prayers, they ARE working to make him stronger, and we all thank you for your help!

Tyler, Lori, Jay, Justin, Keegan

Ronald McDonald House Fund Raiser

Last night I received a call from our friend Sarah Fowler from McDonalds in Montgomery.

Wednesday night's shindig raised $348.28 for the Ronald McDonald House, for a grand total of $519.63 for the two events.

Thank you to everyone who came out to support the Ronald McDonald House.

The banners you all signed are on their way to Tyler.

Update on Tyler for Tuesday Oct 24

My apologies to Tyler for not moving this up sooner...I'm still in mourning over this whole Mets thing...


Sorry there was no update last night (Monday). I was home with Justin and Keegan and after Mrs Grahams AWESOME Lasanga dinner, we just crashed on the coach and watched TV.

Lori stayed with Tyler last night. He was moved from PICU to the Pedictric "Theatre" Neighborhood late last night. His new room number is 3212. They do not have regular hospital wards here. They have "neighborhoods" that have a theme. Tyler has been in the Literature and Theatre neighborhoods. There arealso sailing and sports neighborhoods for younger kids. They are very nice and quiet.

Today (tuesday) Tyler had physical therapy again and had to sit up and balance himself on the bed (with his legs hanging over) He did great according to the Therapist. Tomorrow she wants to get him to try to slide himself off the bed to a chair.His right chest tube may be removed tomorrow if all goes well. The left will stay until at least friday. That means he will be here at Westchester until the end of this week. Helen Hayes is just around the corner!!!!

YeahAunt Maureen is off to South Africa in 2 more days, so Tyler will be doing everything he can to make her happy when she gets back. That means working hard at rehab so he can give her an awesome birthday present ... maybe some wiggling toes!!

Happy birthday Aunt Maureen... we love you and we hope you have a great trip!

Thats all for now.

Tyler would also like to thank everyone for the prayer service held tonight. Mrs Boffa and Mrs Nutt did a great job. He can't wait to see the video.

Thank you all and Tyler sends a big long distance hug to everyone.

Tyler, Jay and Lori

Ronald McDonald House Fund Raiser

The coupon is available in PDF format for the Ronald McDonald House Fund Raiser to be held on Wednesday.

http://eteamz.active.com/mpbsummer/files/rmcccoupon.pdf

There are eight coupons to a page, so share them with your friends!

Hope to see you there :)

Update for Sunday Oct 22

.Tyler had a good day today. His fever has gone mostly away and he is in just a little pain from yesterday's surgery.Today he had the stiches removed from the back operation (9 days ago today!).The Doctor says the incision looks good.

He stayed in Pediatric ICU today and will stay tonight also. The Doctor wants to watch his progress from the ICU. His X-ray this morning looked very good compared to the last few days.

He will not have the same room when he leaves PICU this time. He is like a gypsy: moving all his cards, balloons, and other stuff you all have sent him from room to room. It is quite a job ( I know because I have had to do all the moving).

Tomorrow will be the 2 week mark since the accident. Thanks to all your prayers and good thoughts, Tyler is doing remarkably well and will continue to improve with all your help. Keep him in your prayers so he can get out of Westchester and move to Helen Hayes as soon as possible.

Thank you again for all you have done

Tyler, Jay Justin ,Keegan and Lori

Tyler Update...Saturday October 21st

God bless Mrs Olley for her great work with this site. If she could only help with my horrible spelling!

This morning Tyler went into surgery to clean out some of the junk that has been causing his right lung to have problems.

The Doctor just came out and showed us a picture of the inside of his lung where they did the operation.

It had a lot of black junk and gross stuff that they cut out and sucked out with a tube. The Doctors said everything went very well. I just saw him and he is awake but groggy from the drugs.

He will be in Pediatric ICU for today and if all goes well he will be back in his room 3244 tomorrow.

By late today he should be able to eat and hopefully see the first game of the World Series tonight.

God bless everyone and we hope to see you all soon and give you a big thank you hug

Tyler, Lori and Jay

Tyler Update for Friday, October 20th!

Don't Worry Mr. Ryan - I'm having trouble too. Guess the site is overwhelmed with all the well wishers for Tyler. I <3> watching the blog counter! Maybe a special recognition for our 1000th hit :)


Sorry for not posting an update yesterday, but the website would not allow me to update Thursday afternoon. It kept kicking me off the site after I typed all the info. It was very frustrating!!!.

So it is now Friday and Tyler is feeling good. He is having some problems getting his lungs to clear up. This is going to keep him at Westchester until at least Tuesday of next week. Then the big move to Helen Hayes.

Tyler had pleanty of visitors the last 2-3 days including Mr Tighe. There is few people who can light up a room like Tom Tighe and it helps Tyler to laugh at his jokes and "antics". Thank you Tom.

The Mets disappointed Tyler but they had a good season and the World Series should be s good one. At least he gets to watch the games on his cool TV. He also gets to see the Price is right every day which helps him work on his "Math" skills.

Keep Tyler in your prayers and expect to see him up and around soon

Thank you
Tyler, Jay and Lori

Ronald McDonald House Fund Raiser

Last Sunday, (10/15), Friends of Tyler Ryan raised $172 for the Ronald McDonald House at Westchester Medical Center.

The Ryan family has been very blessed to have this house available to them. During Tyler's stay at Westchester, Jay and Lori have been just one floor above Tyler, and able to be with him any time, day or night.

As a way to say thank you to the Ronald McDonald House, we will be doing another fund raiser to benefit them.

Date: Wednesday, October 25, 2006
Time: 5:30 PM until 7:30 PM
Where: McDonalds of Montgomery, Route 208, Montgomery.

How it works:
Take the coupon available by download here, (check back for coupon), and present it at the counter at McDonalds when placing your order. The store will then send 25% of your food purchase total to Ronald McDonald House at Westchester Medical Center.

It's that easy!

Coupons can be photocopied and sent to your friends!

Prayer Service for Tyler

On Tuesday, October 24th, St. Mary's Catholic Church in Montgomery will be holding a non-denominational prayer service to pray for Tyler and the entire Ryan Family.

Thank you to Fr. Dan, Mrs. Boffa and Mrs. Nutt for your hard work in putting this all together.

The service will begin at 7PM, and will be an evening of prayer, praise and song, thanking God for all His blessings, and prayer to bring healing to Tyler.

For more information - contact Mary Nutt (845) 457-3768

Shot-A-Thon for Tyler

On Saturday, November 4th 8AM until 10:30AM, Most Precious Blood School Athletic Department will be sponsoring a Shot-a-Thon to benefit Tyler.

The shot-a-thon is open to all basketball players of all ages. You Don't have to be an MPB student to attend!

Sponsor sheets are available in PDF format by clicking here:
http://eteamz.active.com/mpbsummer/handouts/

Get sponsors - make shots! How simple can it be! :)

Flat sponsorships are the best!

All checks should be made payable to Most Precious Blood Athletic Department - put Friends of Tyler Ryan in the Memo!

Please bring all money raised with you when you come!

Tyler Update - Part Three!

Don't Worry Mr. Ryan...none of this is any trouble! Hey Tyler - You gotta believe! :)

On Wednesday, Tyler moved out of the TICU to the Pediatric floor: Room 3244. He is resting comfortably and had some visitors today.

Ask Matt Negron about his "trip" when you see him.

The remainder of his time here will be spent waiting for his chest tubes to come out and then it is on to rehab. The move to the pediatric wing means he gets out of the noisy ICU wing and gets a big flat screen TV in his room.

He hopes that he gets to see at least 2 Mets games on the new TV!

Tyler can't wait to get back to see everybody and says thank you again for all your thoughts and prayers.

Tyler Update - Part Two!

Moving this up to the front page for all to easily see....Lets go Mets!

It has been 1 week and 1 day since the accident and Tyler has made tremendous progress. He is no longer on any IV's and is resting more comfortably. He has some fluid in his left lung that wil need a tube to drain, and he will get that done later today.

If all goes well, he will be out of ICU and into a regular room for the rest of his stay here at Westchester.

The new chest tube will need a few days to drain the fluid and if nothing else comes up he will move to rehab.

Tyler wants to thanks everyone for thier suport and for visiting him here. When he gets to rehab, he expects to be able to see more people in a more relaxed setting.

He has asked for his saxaphone and guitar so he can practice again.

We expect to watch the Mets beat the Cards tonight so they can come back to NY tomorrow to finish them off.

Thanks again (we can never say that enought to everyone) and we love you all

Tyler, Lori and Jay (the author of this in case of spelling errors)
3:22 PM

Update from the Ryan Family

This was posted by the Ryan family last night. Maybe as soon as we get Mr. Ryan all squared with logging in, we can get his posts at the top of the page. We'll keep working on it.

Hi everyoneTyler had a better late afternoon sunday and and evenb better day monday. He felt well enough to watch the Mets beats the feathers out of the Cardinals sunday night and is hoping for a repeat tonight.

He is starting to eat better and sit up in bed without as much pain.

He feels well enough today to have visitors if anyone wants to come dowm. The visiting hours are til 6:30 and then 8-9pm tonight.

He did some physical therapy today and is working hard to clear his lungs by doing deep breathing exercises and taking treatments.He had a lot of fun today with his new nurse who is tougher than the other nurses and sometimes not as gentle. Go Mets tonight as Tyler will be watching from his room.Thank you all again for all that you are doing and Tyler can't wait for the day he can see you all in person and thank you for being such good friends.

Another Fund Raiser! Win a Yamaha Motorbike!

Thanks to a GENEROUS donation by the Yamaha Motorcycle Company, Dutchess Recreational Vehicles and Pro Action Suspension, Ace Motocross is raffling off a Yamaha TTR50 motorbike. (actual bike may vary)

Tickets are $10 each, and are available at Ace Motocross in Modena, or by calling Steve Murphy at 845-895-2578.

Drawing will be held October 29, 2006 at AceMotocross, you need not be present to win.

All proceeds will benefit the Ryan Family!

Send A Message to Tyler!!!

Comment here to send a personal message to Tyler!

You don't have to be a Blogger member to post!

We will print them out Daily, and bring them to Tyler!

Don't forget to sign your comments :)

Update on Tyler

Here is an update on Tyler.

Today he is very sore and has been very sleepy. The big news today is the Trama ICU got new state of the art beds and Tyler was moved to one today. Now when he moves up and down is will not hurt as much! He ate some food today. but skipped the ugly brown soup that the hospital provided. He said it looked bad but tasted worse. He will never complain about school food after this.
Thank you again for all the help you have given and offered and keep praying as we get set to move to Helen Hayes next week. As soon as Tyler feels a little better and his chest tube comes out, we are out of here...
We love you all

Tyler, Jay and Lori

A message from the Ryan Family

I pulled this out of the comments section. It's worth its own post! Please visit the link for RMHC on the right.

The Fundraiser is to benefit the Ronald McDonald House at Westchester Medical Center. They provide a place for the family to stay and be close to their child during the stay. It has been a blessing as we have been able to check on Tyler throughout the night. The money raised will be used to support the facility here at Westchester. This is a nice way for Tyler to say thank you to the great people here. We hope you will be supportive.

Thanks Jay, Lori,and Tyler

McDonalds Fundraiser

THIS SUNDAY - MCDONALD'S Route 208 - Montgomery

Come and Eat at McDonalds in Montgomery This Sunday (10/15/2006) between 10AM and 12 Noon.

A portion of the proceeds of all food sold will benefit Tyler through Ronald McDonald House Charities.

Tell EVERYONE you know!!! Put in in Your Xanga, on your MySpace and in your IM buddy info!

Tyler needs everyone's support!

Surgery Update (10/13/2006)

Tyler came out of surgery around noon. The surgery went well. Tyler is in recovery, and it will still be quite a while until they fully know the extent of his injuries. The doctors expect to have him sitting up in a chair by the end of the day. Hopefully he will be moving to the Helen Hayes Rehabilitation Center within a week. The family requests that everyone keep Tyler in their prayers. The family also requests that there be no visitors until they see it posted here. Thank You.

About the Accident

On Monday, October 9th, Tyler, his brother Justin and some friends were riding at Ace Motocross.

Justin had an accident, and was taken to Vassar Hospital with a broken collar bone.

While his parents were at Vassar with Justin, his parents received a call that Tyler had been in an accident, and was being airlifted to Westchester Medical Center. He suffered a severe spinal injury, and the complete extent of his injuries is not yet known.

He is undergoing surgery today, and we will keep you informed of his progress.

Most Precious Blood School Athletic Department is coordinating fund raising activities to benefit Tyler and the Ryan family.

You can check here or at eteamz.com/mpbsummer for more details