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)