Our youngest sister, Anna, has Down syndrome. Since the day she was born, she has been surrounded by a loving support system that has continued to grow in each stage of her journey. One day when our Mom was feeling particularly grateful for all the caregivers in Anna’s life, she referred to our special crew of advocates as “Team Anna” - and the name stuck. Team Anna includes her parents, siblings, extended family, therapists, friends, and her broader communities. They have championed her every step of the way, from therapy sessions to horseback riding lessons, and from Auburn’s EAGLES program to succeeding in a part-time job at a coffee shop. Anna has experienced the joy of being surrounded by a team who loves and supports her, and celebrates her every victory. 

We are intimately familiar with the journey of walking through life with a loved one who has an intellectual disability. There are certainly challenges, but there are also countless joys and victories to be celebrated. Growing up with Anna had a lasting impact on us, and her determination and grit is what inspires us to do what we do every day. Her experience taught us that when rockstar therapists and committed parents team up, the sky’s the limit. 

It would be an absolute honor to become the newest member of your child’s team! Every child deserves their own version of Team Anna, and it is our JOY to #TeamUp with you and your child to make it happen!