The Goodalls are a family of eight. Kenny and Karen have six children, Kollin, 14, Kaley, 13, Konner, 7, Kaleb, 6, Kolten, 2, and Kendal, 1. Kenny was diagnosed with Lou Gehrig's disease two years ago. He cannot walk or talk. The disease has rapidly progressed and Builders Care wants to make sure Kenny's heart is at peace.

"This is the biggest and best project Builders Care has ever worked on," said Pastor Chris Simons, director of operations for NEFBA Builders Care.

The Goodalls have a strong faith and this has brought many supporters from their church, Mill Creek Missionary Baptist Church, and community to come together and reach out a helping hand to this extraordinary family where it is needed. All six children will eventually be without a father and will only have memories to hang onto as they grow up. It's important for all the builders and subcontractors involved that the Goodall's home can support a growing family without a Father. Also, it is so important to shine some light about what Lou Gehrig's disease is and how it can emotionally affect a family.

Everyone knows that times in the construction industry are tough because of market conditions. However, this is not stopping the generosity that many builders and subcontractors have. ICI Homes Division President Don Wilford and his trade partners have teamed up with Builders Care and will rebuild the Goodall's home in just 10 days.

They will turn the existing three-bedroom, two-bath home into a five-bedroom, three-bath home. In addition, Builders Care and ICI Homes will build a new family room, update the entire existing house with new electric, a newer energy-efficient air-conditioning system, new flooring and a study center for the children.
Written by: Dalia Mousa, dmousa@builderscare.org