ERIE, Colo. — An Erie family has created a nonprofit to help others connect with in-home nurses following their own struggle to find care for their daughter.
Two years ago, the Knights struggled to find in-home nursing care after their 6-month-old daughter was born three months premature. Now, Olivia is 2-years-old and has made a drastic improvement. Her parents want to pay it forward to other families with similar struggles.
“Back in August, we got her [tracheostomy tube] out, and she continues to grow and get healthier and bigger,” said Olivia’s father, Gary Knight.
Olivia spent the first nine months of her life in the hospital. When she was finally discharged, she needed 24/7 supervision. She also needed oxygen support and a feeding tube.
Due to the level of care needed, Olivia’s mother, Kathryn Knight, had to quit the job she loved.
“We went through a lot of the struggles …