Teen with Down Syndrome’s Dog Treat Business is a Hit! – Week in Neurodiversity (3/18/17)
The Week in Neurodiversity
The Neurodiversity News Show, hosted by Mike Nickas.
In this episode: an IndyCar driver breaks down concussions, boxing programs continue to help Parkinson’s patients around the country, and a girl with Down syndrome receives a national scholarship after starting her own business! These stories and more in this week’s edition!
[00:11] Former IndyCar Driver Dario Franchitti breaks down concussions. [00:46] In Michigan a teacher is running for a child with Down syndrome. [01:12] Yet another boxing program is helping those with Parkinson’s, as Studio One gym in Connecticut is opening classes for those fighting the disease. [01:49] A young boy with autism has found his happy place at Ben Bridge Jeweler. [02:23] In Wisconsin, a 19 year old with Down syndrome has received a national scholarship after starting her own dog treat business!FOR THE FULL-LENGTH STORIES AND VIDEOS:
Former IndyCar Driver Dario Franchitti breaks down concussions. http://autoweek.com/article/indycar/watch-indycars-dario-franchitti-breaks-down-his-concussion-and-retirement
In Michigan a teacher is running for a child with Down syndrome. http://fox17online.com/2017/03/10/michigan-teacher-dedicates-her-running-to-down-syndrome-boy-intexas/
Yet another boxing program is helping those with Parkinson’s, as Studio One gym in Connecticut is opening classes for those fighting the disease. http://fox61.com/2017/03/06/boxing-program-helps-parkinsons-patients-fight-off-disease/
A young boy with autism has found his happy place at Ben Bridge Jeweler. http://www.kare11.com/news/local/boy-with-autism-finds-happy-place-at-ben-bridge-jeweler/421197098
In Wisconsin, a 19 year old with Down syndrome has received a national scholarship after starting her own dog treat business! http://www.tmj4.com/news/local-news/19-year-old-wisconsin-business-owner-with-down-syndrome-earns-national-scholarship
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