Madison Family Surprised By 'Extreme Makeover: Home Edition' Crew

For the first time in the region of northeast Georgia, "" has surprised a family with a dream vacation and soon-to-be new home.

Andrea Taylor and her three daughters Anaiah, Camry and Amariah of Madison have been whisked away to Walt Disney World while the show's design crew works with local builders Pilot Builders and Smart Properties and a massive team of volunteers to a construct a brand new home for the family this week, according to a news release.

The family was selected because of the bravery rising fifth-grader Anaiah demonstrated when the then-9-year-old pushed her little sister, Camry, out of the way of an oncoming truck, saving her life.

The following background information was provided in the news release:

Anaiah was hit and left with massive, life-threatening injuries. Undaunted by these injuries, she has endured the amputation of her left leg and grueling rehab to get her body back in shape, so she can continue playing sports, singing in the chorus and working hard at her studies.

Happy to have her best friend and 5-year-old sister Camry safe and sound, Anaiah and her family are focused on her getting well and making her stronger than ever, which is a challenge because she is currently wheelchair bound.

Beloved by all who know her, Anaiah has been showered with affection and support by her small town community of Madison. The town has rallied around this heroine, helping her family however they can. Kids at school have sold “bottle cap” necklaces, community groups have had barbecues and perfect strangers have given Anaiah a helping hand and well wishes.

Her story has been heard “’round the world” as celebrities such as Oprah Winfrey, Ellen DeGeneres and Dwight Howard have reached out to her.  Despite many challenges, the family is tighter than ever and mom Andrea is grateful that both of the daughters she adores are still here. Although they have few resources, they still retain a positive, upbeat and inspiring attitude.

Skilled volunteers and monetary donations to the family’s building fund are still needed. Visit www.joinextreme.com/Georgia  or www.facebook.com/extremehomegeorgia for more information.