With new independence, Megan looks forward to the future (11 Photos)

When side effects from Megan’s rare diagnosis stopped her from doing the things she loved, she turned into a recluse. From her window she watched her life go by, but 18 year-old Megan wasn’t a part of it.

Now, with a wheelchair-accessible van, Megan got her freedom back. And with a community behind her, she now has the courage to say ‘yes’ to a life of adventure.

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Young fighter receives word that help is on the way (19 Photos)

It was early March of 2015 when Gershon returned to his classroom after recess. Instead of sitting down like the other students, Gershon walked to his desk and paused. His 5th grade teacher, Jami Dean, told him to sit down, but Gershon offered only an absent gaze. Finally, Gershon took a seat. As her lecture began Gershon’s arm shot up suddenly, but not voluntarily, almost a knee-jerk reaction.

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