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eet Brad, David, Greg and Lane. Four men who, with the help of Creative Care for Reaching Independence (CCRI), get the opportunity to live life with no reservations or hold-ups. CCRI, a local non-profit that works to enhance the lives of people with disabilities, is helping these four roommates by creating a more accessible home for them to sing, dance, socialize and relax together.
BY Marisa Jackels, lead writer at Tellwell SUBMITTED PHOTOS COURTESY OF Creative Care for Reaching Independence and AB Images
“What I love most about my home is who I share it with.”
GREG
DAVID
These are the words on a wooden sign hanging in the home of Lane, David, Brad and Greg; four friends who have lived together with support from CCRI for 10 years. One visit to their house and you will understand how true these words are for the four guys. Lane will most likely answer the door. He’s the self-proclaimed leader of the house and welcomes guests with a smile. “Let’s take a tour,” he offers.
LANE
BRAD
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The house is filled with memories and pieces of the four friends’ lives together. A Batman piñata rests against the wall, Lane’s favorite superhero, in preparation for his birthday party. Handcrafted art pieces created by David hang on the walls and the kitchen table is covered in colored stock paper, glitter, popsicle sticks and crayons.
