Joey Burford is in the hospital following a devastating accident.
The MILF Manor alum—who starred on the TLC dating show’s first season—was recently involved in a “serious scooter accident” that left him with bleeding on his brain and multiple facial injuries, his mom Kelle Mortensen shared in a heartfelt plea for donations to assist with medical expenses.
“I’m reaching out to you today with a heavy heart,” she wrote on a GoFundMe page. “This tragic event has resulted in significant complications that will require him to undergo multiple facial reconstruction surgeries.”
Facial reconstruction typically involves the use of a person’s skin, bone or muscle from other parts of their body to rebuild their facial features, according to Johns Hopkins Medicine.
The mother of six—who appeared alongside her son on the series and returned for its second season in a surprise twist—said Joey already underwent a three-hour surgery on Oct. 19 and “is facing a long and challenging road to recovery,” which includes being placed on a liquid diet for six weeks as well as physical and occupational therapy.