Jessie

State: Massachusetts

Date of Birth: 07/30/94

Birthweight: 3 lb. 7 oz. Weight: 56 1/2 lb.

Limb Differences: Yes

Siblings: Samantha, 9

Living Arrangements: At home

Favorite Things:
Musical toys--she has several keyboards, Big Bird and Elmo.

Favorite Activities:
She enjoys swimming at school for 10 weeks in the fall and spring; she uses switches for her computer.

Share & Learn:
Jessie has a g-tube, ptsosis surgery, spinal fusion, septic shock, diaphragmatic hernia. She was diagnosed at birth, she is non-verbal, non ambulatory, has hearing aids, and is legally blind and wears glasses. We have a van with a ramp. Jessie laughs a lot, is very caring and very strong. She has taught me a lot. We go to church every week.