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May 23, 2004 - Christopher Reeve and his wife, Dana Morosini, addressed Middlebury College graduates!
Both Christopher Reeve and his wife, Dana Morosini, well known for their careers in acting, were asked to address the 2004 Middlebury College graduates in Sunday's graduation ceremony. Dana Morosini graduated from Middlebury College in 1984. Their inspirational message
came from their experience with Reeve's paralysis since his equestrian accident in 1995. Dana Reeve did not expect to become her husband's caretaker at 34.
Both have worked together and lead the Christopher Reeve Paralysis Foundation that "funds research to develop treatments and cures for paralysis caused by spinal cord injury and other central nervous system disorders. The Foundation also vigorously works to improve the quality of life for people living with disabilities through its grants program, paralysis resource center and advocacy efforts."
Christopher Reeve is also vice-chairman of the National Organization on Disability.
"Expect the unexpected," "A single person can make a difference," and "Don't be afraid and never give up" were among the brave messages they brought to the graduates. Although life may deal you formidable or unexpected circumstances and that one will encounter despair, their message was "the extraordinary efforts of ordinary individuals" can make a difference and their lives would be richer for their giving. The Reeves received a standing ovation from the college's 5,000 some commencement attendees.
2004 - Vermont's Protection & Advocacy for Individual Rights Organization announces Priorities for 2004
Vermont Protection and Advocacy Organization has published their priorities for 2004. Among the priorities are increased access for
individuals with disabilities to businesses, employment, housing, and transportation and increased awareness of disability law.
"Vermont Protection and Advocacy defends and advances the rights of people with mental health and disability issues.
They support human and civil rights by investigating:
complaints of abuse and neglect (physical or sexual assault, verbal & physical abuse, restraint and seclusion, forced treatment, and harassment)
complaints of violations of individual rights (the right to refuse treatment, right to privacy, access to medical records, confidentiality, etc.)
Vermont Protection & Advocacy is separate and independent from all state agencies, hospitals, and community mental health centers."
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