PF.Will Roberts has been discharged from the hospital — but a minor incident during the night served as a stark reminder that this battle is still incredibly fragile.
Discharge from the hospital doesn’t mean safety: A small accident exposes the fragility of Will Roberts’ journey
Ralph, Alabama — For many, being discharged from the hospital is a sign that the worst is over. But for Will Roberts’ family, it’s simply a transition to another phase — a more cautious, fragile, and equally stressful one.
Will is now home and continuing outpatient chemotherapy, with only two treatments left in his current regimen. While this is a welcome milestone, doctors warn that Will’s immune system remains severely compromised.
For this reason, the family has had to make difficult decisions — including completely avoiding commercial flights, where the risk of infection could be life-threatening.
Meanwhile, orthopedic specialists are closely monitoring his bone healing after surgery. This will determine when Will can begin the next step: getting a prosthetic leg — a milestone that the family both hopes for and fears.
And then, an unexpected moment shocked everyone.
After a chemotherapy session, while at home one evening, Will had an accident trying to lift the front wheels of his wheelchair — a playful, childish “wheelie.” Fortunately, the incident didn’t result in serious consequences. But given Will’s current health condition, even a small fall could cause frightening complications.
That moment was a chilling reminder:
👉 This battle is far from over.
👉 Even in the most familiar space — his own home.
Will’s family is now balancing each day: keeping their son safe, adhering to his treatment, and at the same time, not stifling the strong, energetic spirit of a child who has never given up.
Will is still Will — resilient, stubborn, and unwilling to be defeated by adversity. But the journey ahead still requires extreme caution, patience, and many prayers.
👉 The fight is not over yet.
👉 But Will is still here. And that, in itself, is a miracle.
