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Bittersweet Nectar – The Journey of a Mom and Her Son

Submitted on 12.31.2012

By Jaime Bailey (Eli’s mom) [NFOSD note – Jaime shares the 5 most helpful tips for families experiencing a similar experience at the bottom of this article.] The NFOSD shared my son’s story with you …

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Jack Eadon (2011)

Jack is Back! Rockstar, Business Owner and Author – He has dysphagia

Submitted on 11.15.2012

On March 24, 2012, Jack Eadon, along with his Team Jack walked the 6th Annual ABI Walk for Brain Injury Awareness at Huntington Beach in California. Jack is an incredible individual with an amazing story. …

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