CASPER, Wyo. — A Lander man was life-flighted to the University of Utah Medical Center in Salt Lake City after an Oct. 2 car crash, and a GoFundMe has been set up to help his family deal with medical, travel, rehab and other costs.
Jake Skinner sustained serious injuries in the crash, but his prognosis is good, according to Mattie Sheafor, who set up the GoFundMe for the family.
“But his recovery will be lengthy and challenging,” the GoFundMe page set up to help Skinner’s family said. “We will have a Caring Bridge site up soon so people can stay updated. The link will be posted here.
“We know that the cumulative effect of insurance copays, family travel to be with him, significant rehab, etc., will seriously tax this family. Any assistance will be directly applied to his care and support costs. Jake, his immediate family, and his community of love and support thank you for your donation.”
Skinner played football before graduating from Lander Valley High School in 2019, according to a press release shared by Jeff Platt, communications manager and spokesperson with GoFundMe.
The GoFundMe has a goal of raising $35,000 to assist Skinner’s family, and $3,680 had been raised as of 1:30 p.m. Wednesday.
