Lucas’ Story: Overcoming the obstacles of living with “an invisible disability.”

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Lucas’ Story Overcoming the obstacles of living with “an invisible disability.” A New Path In October of 2011, Lucas experienced a traumatic brain injury (TBI) that would change the course of his life. While recovering in the hospital, he learned about how his acquired brain injury would affect his life. In the early days, he…
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Interview with James during Autism Acceptance Month

James, a participant in AIM’s Self-Direction program, shared his story on B95.5 for Autism Acceptance Month. Read the full transcript below, or click the audio link at the bottom of this page to listen.   Audio: (singing) Speaker 2: B 95.5, today’s hits and yesterday’s favorites. No matter what comes at you today, shake it…
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An Interview with S. Miller

Portrait of Saari after her TBI

S. Miller, a survivor of a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) due to an Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM) in 2013, is ready to share her personal story for the first time. Her story is wrought with pain and trials, but is delivered in a voice that embodies strength and perseverance. Beyond her desire to share her own…
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Advocate and Intern

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Meet Emily and read her autobiography below, Emily currently lives with her parents and two sisters in Cambridge, NY. She enjoys creating all kinds of art and spending time with family and friends. She receives services through AIM enabling her to be in the community to do things like shopping, art classes, or going to…
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