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Sometimes, the only thing that keeps people from reaching their dreams is their own excuses. But for this young ballerina born without arms, these “excuses” are no match for hard work and confidence. From a young age, Vitória Bueno of Santa Rita do Sapucaí, Brazil, has demonstrated an interest in dancing. So when her physiotherapist
Not many people can say that they’ve visited all seven continents, but one of the lucky few who can is this wheelchair-user named Cory Lee. Cory, 30, was diagnosed with spinal muscular atrophy at a very young age. Because of his condition, he began using a wheelchair at the age of 4. His mother, Sandy
If you’ve ever experienced a dog’s love, consider yourself lucky. These animals don’t discriminate; they love us no matter who we are and what we look like. They don’t mind our imperfections and shortcomings – all they care about is spending time with us. These loyal companions deserve nothing less than what they give us
Coffee shops can be found here and there, but this one located in North Smithfield, Rhode Island, is offering something special. Michael Coyne, who lives with autism, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and bipolar disorder had trouble finding a job for two years. “After I turned 21, I applied to multiple places. None of them
Though it wasn’t part of his plan, this National Football League trainer was inspired to build a one-of-a-kind gym for people with disabilities. Ned Norton’s biggest dream was to become a strength coach in the NFL. So when he reached his teenage years, he started working towards that goal and began powerlifting. Fast forward to
This school has found a way to turn students’ physical education classes into a form of community service. For most of us, the summer months are the perfect time to do yard work. The weather is good, the land is dry, and there is little to no chance of being interrupted by rain. However, there
Gregory Beck was leaving Schnucks on St. Charles Rock Road in St. John when tornado sirens began going off. Drivers on the road became frantic and everyone rushed to go home. But for Gregory, getting home wasn’t as easy. That’s because he is using a manual wheelchair. “Everyone kept telling me the storm is coming
For people with disabilities and special needs, service dogs are truly a lifesaver. Their four-legged companions are there through day and night to help them accomplish their daily tasks. These animals play such an important role in their lives, and the bond that is forged between service dog and owner is something that’s unbreakable. That
Amy Wright is the owner of a chain of coffee shops in the United States, but she is not just an ordinary businesswoman. Her kind of coffee shop wasn’t built solely for profit-making purposes – they were founded to serve a bigger purpose. Amy is the owner of Bitty & Beau’s Coffee, known as “The