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Allen family says son is home from hospital and "doing amazing"

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Channel: LOCAL 12 · 2018 · News & Politics

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CINCINNATI (WKRC) - The brother of Brody Allen, Andrew Allen, is "doing amazing," according to his father, Todd Allen.

The 19-year-old is back in his own home nearly two months after being hit by two cars and not given much of a chance at recovery. He was in bad shape after the accident. He had numerous broken bones, trauma to several organs and severe brain damage.

“There were a lot of dark days and scary days at UC not knowing if he would survive,” said Todd. “Then one day after his body healed and they got all the surgeries done, he started talking and waking up and here we are today: home for Christmas."

It's a truly a miraculous comeback for Andrew. He still has a long way to go, but he’s talking, eating real food and even walking with some help. When it comes to recovering from brain injuries like the one Andrew suffered, the outcome varies from person to person, but the Allens are hopeful.

“We believe Andrew will [recover]. We’re excited about his progress. His body is weak and he has a long way to get all that back, but we will be there for him. He’ll get there. He’s a fighter,” said Todd.

Andrew's a fighter much like his little brother Brody. The two were best friends during Brody’s short life. Back in September, the family celebrated Christmas early for Brody as he battled cancer. As the Allen family gets ready for another Christmas, it’s tough, but having Andrew home makes it brighter.

“It’s an emotional day to be sure, but to have him home is everything,” said Todd. “How were we going to celebrate two Christmases, another holiday separated by a hospital, where someone we loved was not with us? It’s priceless to have us all home right now. We need that more than anything, I think. God took care of it.”

As the Allens are together, they're thankful for each other, for the prayers, for your support and everyone who had a hand in getting Andrew to the hospital quickly.

“He was in such bad shape at UC. They saved his life. Everyone involved in his care that night in the dark, the rain, getting him to UC and the doctors, the nurses, the staff there -- they saved his life,” said Todd.

There’s still a long road ahead for Andrew and the family. He has rods in both of his legs, a plate in his collarbone and still requires another brain surgery.

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