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The importance of walkin’ and rollin’

Almost 500 people turned out for the 2008 Walk and Roll for Disabilities on Sunday at the Westroads Mall.

The event raises money and awareness for Munroe-Meyer Institute recreation programs for adults with disabilities.

In the video clips below, Barb Essi — the mother of MMI program participant, Justin Essi — discusses the impact of the programs and her gratitude for the community’s support.

Barb Essi stresses the importance of recreation opportunities for adults with disabilities provided by the Munroe-Meyer Institute. (34 seconds)

Essi talks about what Sunday’s record turnout for the Walk and Roll event means to her. (7 seconds)