Hannah is a beautiful, happy nineteen-year-old young lady. She loves listening to music, watching DVDs, and sleeping in when she can, just like anyone else her age. On June 8, 2013, she moved into the Entwistle Family Home at Hannah and Friends. Although she misses being at home with mom and dad, she has transitioned wonderfully. She attends the new Day Program and will come over often for dances and karaoke. She enjoys frequent visits in her new home from mom, dad, and Charlie. Her favorite color is purple … just like her fave dancing dinosaur, Barney!

Being the inspiration for Hannah and Friends, everyone from staff, residents, program participants and volunteers love when she is present. The twinkle in her eyes and her vibrant smile light up the entire neighborhood. When Hannah turned her spade at the groundbreaking for Hannah and Friends neighborhood, that “Hannah Magic” became the driving force that makes this organization and community so very special. Nobody can raise awareness and compassion for our friends with different abilities like Hannah … and Friends!

Click here to read “A Mother’s Letter” by Maura Weis.