A single dad, “David” is fighting to get back on his feet after a life-threatening accident that left him in a coma.

He remembers waking in the hospital and learning that he’d suffered multiple brain bleeds, facial fractures, a broken leg and other injuries.



“I knew I had my work cut out for me,” David said.

But he didn’t know how to approach the daunting task of recuperating from his injuries, especially while raising his children alone.

Due to his injuries, David had to take a year off work. He turned to the Post Falls Food Bank for help.

“I have been blessed to use them as an additional resource while getting back on my feet in order to give my kiddos the life they deserve,” he said.

This year, David was able to return to his passion: teaching.

As a substitute teacher, he’s worked in 17 schools, with a range of students. He also volunteers as a coach for local parks and recreation programs.

David said he’s learned a great deal about himself since the accident. He’s also surrounded himself with a community of people he’s met along the road to recovery.

Assistance from Press Christmas for All would help David provide for his family until he moves into a permanent teaching position next year.

“I was knocked down, but it was only temporary,” David said. “Through the help of others and my strength and resolve, I know I am not finished yet and the sky is the limit.”