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In My Own Words
To Listen

The following are narratives, each told in the storyteller's own words, about their experiences either growing up with disabilities or being part of a family who has been affected by disabilities.

The stories are available in both English and Spanish.

English

Eric

A Mainstreamed Lifestyle

Advocacy

My Best Friend

Don’t Stop Don’t Quit

Transition

John’s Daddy!

Special Smile & Laughter

A Lesson in Perseverance

A Message From a Parent
Brothers & Sisters—the Siblings

Español

Eric

Una vida integrada

Promoción y defensa de derechos

Mi Mejor Amigo

¡No se detengan, no renuncien,

Transición

El Papá de John

Especial risa y sonrisa

Una lección de perseverancia

Mensaje de un padre
Los hermanos

More Stories ...

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