My name is Mitchell Bourque, and I am 23 years old with a condition known as cerebral palsy. Cerebral palsy is a physical condition I was born with due to complications at birth. As a result, I have to be in a wheelchair and am dependent on others top help me with daily tasks such as eating, bathing, and etc.

Hello my name is Annmarie Devane. I joined the Arc of Opportunity self-advocacy group in March of 2007. Self-advocacy has helped me to speak up for myself and others with disabilities.

James' story is one of triumph! He is a determined advocate who gets things done. James used to live at a developmental center. He wanted to have his own home

So I was born on May 26th 1992 in Cambridge, Massachusetts. I have been involved in Best Buddies for 10 years this September. I am also a lead trainer for the Explore, Prepare, Act training with MASS, and the SALS by the Massachusetts Developmental Disabilities Council.