DISABILITY PRIDE MONTH

Celebrate the achievements of people with disabilities, fostering understanding and inclusivity.

Delilah Manning

Delilah is 8 years old and has autism. Delilah has a love for books, reading, drawing and making people laugh! She has a contagious laugh and smile. She got to visit Disney World for the first time this year and also learned how to ride a bike. After the community rallied together, we were able to purchase her very own first bike. She will soon be receiving a pink Rifton Adaptive Tricycle and she can hardly wait!

Bella Elliott

Bella was diagnosed with MPPH CCND2 at just one year old. Despite the initial dismissal by the local pediatric neurologist regarding her functional abilities, Bella, now 6, thrives at Randolph Southern Elementary School. The school’s inclusive environment and supportive family allow Bella to interact with her peers, especially through her love for music. This brings her great joy.

Spencer Hahn

Spencer is an 18-year-old who had a massive stroke in utero, causing right-side paralysis, autism, and seizures. He wants to be a professional puppeteer and eventually work for the Muppets. He has performed Kermit at several theaters in central Indiana, including The District Theater and the Palladium. He’s even puppeteered with Steve Whitmire, the famous Kermit puppeteer who took over for Jim Henson. Spence works hard on his craft and won’t let anything stop him from realizing his dream.

Dana James

I may have autism but it doesn’t stop me from living independently, working a full-time job, paying my own bills, and having a fulfilling life both in and out of work. There’s much more to me than a diagnosis and people need to know that.

Kyrie Threlkeld

Kyrie is 6. He likes being outside and helping in the yard!