BACK to his busy and energetic self, Damon Ferreira is recovering well after being discharged from hospital on Sunday, almost two weeks after his near drowning at the family’s new home in Richards Bay.
Speaking to the toddler’s mother Chantel on Wednesday, the family is relieved the two-year-old has made a miraculous recovery and running around all smiles and full of energy.
Overwhelmed by the emotional support and financial generosity received from the community, Chantel said all the prayers, phone calls and messages of support helped them through the traumatic ordeal.
Having relocated to Richards Bay four days before the incident occurred, the family were still settling into their new environment while maintenance work was done on their home.
The gate to the swimming pool was left open at one stage and little Damon ventured into the area and fell into the pool, where Chantel found him just in time.
‘Even though we were new to the area and did not know anyone here, everyone knew who we were and wanted to help.
‘We are so grateful to the community for their support. Even when our family walked through the shopping centres, people stopped to greet and wish Damon a speedy recovery.
‘People went the extra mile to help us and while I cannot thank everyone individually, our family is really appreciative and this community has left such a heart-warming first impression on us.
‘A non-profit organisation, Walk in Faith, has also assisted us tremendously and is facilitating donations to assist us with Damon’s medical bills as we do not have medical aid.
Anyone who would like to assist the family can contact Chantel on 061 2024717.
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