Sharieff's Project

Sharieff Hester passed away on December 28, 2021 at age 27 due to complications from COVID 19, but he had endured a lifetime of health and medical challenges and was frequently in and out of Boston Children's Hospital.  Diagnosed at birth with Multiple Congenital Anomalies, including scoliosis and underdeveloped lungs, Sharieff spent most of his life requiring an oxygen tank during the day and ventilator at night to survive.  He did not "grow up" like other kids, in fact his spine curved into a 90-degree angle which required a surgically implanted rod to repair.  When the rod failed, Sharieff was placed in a full body cast and a medically-induced coma to allow him to heal properly.  Ultimately, Sharieff never looked to be more than 10 or 11 years old, but he was wise beyond his years when it came to inspiring those around him.  He will always be remembered as the "Mayor of 10 South."

 

Sharieff's Project is dedicated to creating and providing:

• A network and support group of parents of children with chronic illnesses who need long term hospital care

• Weekly parental support meetings via Zoom and our Parent Partnerships Program

• Support group services at Ye’s Center for Healing and Development in Pawtucket, R.I.

• Psychological education group services for young fathers at Ye's Center for Healing and Development

• Family outings to Boston sporting events to celebrate Sharieff’s devotion to the Patriots and the glee he took in baiting Red Sox fans with his love for the New York Yankees

• Monthly e-mail communications with updates and information sharing

• Fundraisers for children with chronic illnesses

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Get Involved

• Seeking parents in need, financial contributors, volunteers and program supporters 

• Contact Yejide Muhammad at MuhammadHealing@gmail.com, or

• Submit an Inquiry

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