Congratulations to Nandi Isaac of Macon for being named Buddy of the Year by Down Syndrome Association of Atlanta Oct. 19 at the Buddy Walk! Nandi has developed her own “micro-enterprise” where as the sole proprietor, she preserves people’s documents, special photographs and other things that people want to save. Nandi lives independently with roommates. She works hard at her business to realize the American Dream of owning her own place in the future. Nandi, although legally blind, participates in ice skating, bowling, basketball skills, equestrian and sailing! A Global Messenger for SOGA, she travels with her mother speaking to groups about self-advocacy and sharing her inspirational story.
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Wednesday, November 30, 2011
Congratulations to Nandi Isaac!
Congratulations to Nandi Isaac of Macon for being named Buddy of the Year by Down Syndrome Association of Atlanta Oct. 19 at the Buddy Walk! Nandi has developed her own “micro-enterprise” where as the sole proprietor, she preserves people’s documents, special photographs and other things that people want to save. Nandi lives independently with roommates. She works hard at her business to realize the American Dream of owning her own place in the future. Nandi, although legally blind, participates in ice skating, bowling, basketball skills, equestrian and sailing! A Global Messenger for SOGA, she travels with her mother speaking to groups about self-advocacy and sharing her inspirational story.
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What a truly inspiring story !Looks like this young women has a wonderful lookout! Keep postive stories like hers so families can be also inspired as well thank you so much you made my day!
Nandi is an inspiration and true example of vision, hard work, perseverance and partnership. Congratulations on this recognition!!! What a bright, leader we see here!
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