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Like most teenagers, Shannon loves hanging out with friends, going to the mall, and – of course – being around cute boys.
But Shannon can’t walk or talk. Her wheelchair and her communication device give her the freedom to explore, and a voice to be heard. Hear Shannon’s story about living with cerebral palsy, in her own words.
15-year old Shannon is like most teen girls, but can’t walk or talk. Her communication device gives her a voice This is Shannon’s story, in her own words, about living with cerebral palsy (CP) and choosing happiness.
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