“When I was born, the doctors told my foster mom that I’d never walk. And she said to them ‘you don’t know what God can do’,” Marci shared with a proud smile. From the moment you begin speaking with Marci, you quickly realize her passion. A passion for life. A drive to succeed at every dream she can imagine. Read More ›
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LA 2015 Special Olympic World Summer Games Comes to US for First Time in 16 Years
Los Angeles will host the 14th Special Olympics World Summer Games July 25 – August 2. More than 7,000 Special Olympic athletes from 170 nations are expected to compete in 25 Olympic-type sports, which include aquatics, track and field, basketball, football (soccer), golf, gymnastics and volleyball among others. The Games could bring Read More ›
Woman’s Disability Proves Her Inner-Strength
“I want to inspire others,” stated Cari simply. “Keep your head up and it will eventually work out,” her advice continued. Cari, who has a disability and uses a wheelchair, wanted to tell her story to motivate others who may be experiencing a difficult situation like the one she went through in 1982. Read More ›
informDD July 2014
Amazing things come from hard work, knowledge and leadership. In this issue of informDD, you’ll get to meet gold medalists, learn about self-advocacy and get a glimpse of what’s to come from Summit DD’s leaders.