She is a mother of two young children, River and Kaia. The children have not been able to see their mom because of the extent of her injuries.
Her life changed tragically early Tuesday morning, April 16, when the SUV she was driving collided with a tractor-trailer hauling cement in Turnerville.
“Emily is in ICU. She doesn’t know what has happened to her,” her sister, Katie Chastain from Florida said. “She is off the ventilator and is somewhat responsive. When asked what year it was, Emily said 2017.”
Emily Chastain, 30, faces many challenges over the next few months. Katie said that her sister will undergo multiple surgeries. Her organs have punctures and wounds and she has internal bleeding. Emily is being monitored for brain bleeds and bruising. They are praying and hopeful that she will be able to walk again. Currently, she has a rod holding her hips in place.
A family coping
River and Kaia are being cared for by their Dad. Emily’s mom, Kristal Chastian will be staying with her at the hospital. Her dad, Stuart Chastain, and sister Katie needed to return to work in Florida.
Katie said that, unfortunately, Emily has no insurance. Emily worked as a server at the Hofbrauhaus Restaurant & Pub in Helen.
“My sister is one of a kind, a social butterfly, very open, intelligent, and energetic,” Katie described Emily. “She brings light to a room. She is the kind of person who would give her last dollar if she thought someone else might be needing it more.”
Katie added, “My sister was a mermaid at Weeki Wachee, an aerial silks performer, but overall the most loving mother and sister that she could be.”
The family is asking for help and support from the community. “Positive thoughts and contributions are so appreciated,” Katie added.
A GoFundMe account has been established for those who want to help Emily and her young children.
