After a long journey filled with ups and downs, 29-year-old Jordan Hensley of Knoxville, Tennessee received her second heart transplant on May 21st. Jordan had been on the transplant list for months after her first heart, received at the age of 12, started to fail. Despite multiple setbacks and a committee initially denying her placement on the list, Jordan finally received a match after several failed attempts. Now, as she looks forward to her recovery, Jordan is grateful for the second chance at life and is planning to get married next year. A fundraiser event will be held on August 25th to help cover her medical expenses.
A Tennessee woman, Jordan Hensley, 29, is set to return home to Knoxville after undergoing her second heart transplant earlier this year. Jordan received her first transplant at the age of 12, but after her heart began to fail, she faced a challenging journey to receive another transplant. Despite facing setbacks and multiple failed matches, Jordan finally received a new heart on May 21st, granting her a second chance at life.
After enduring months of surgeries, cardiac arrests, and hospitalizations, Jordan’s perseverance paid off when she received the news that a suitable heart match had been found. Going into surgery at 1:00 a.m., the heart arrived at 2:40 a.m. and began beating inside Jordan at precisely 3:17 a.m. The procedure was a success, and as Jordan recovers, she looks forward to returning to her normal life with her new heart, with plans to get married next year.
A fundraiser is planned on August 25th, featuring a motorcycle ride, food trucks, a concert, and a silent auction, with all proceeds going towards Jordan’s medical expenses. Her story serves as an inspiration of resilience and determination, showcasing the strength of the human spirit in the face of adversity. Jordan’s journey highlights the importance of organ donation and the life-changing impact it can have on individuals like her.
