Of all the inspiring stories coming out of Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital in Grand Rapids, Jeanie Rowe proves that you truly can do anything you set your mind to.
The 22-year-old from Niles has been rehabbing at the facility since late December after having a baclofen pump installed in her abdomen.
Courtesy: Vicky Rowe The pump is meant to help Rowe, who has cerebral palsy and is in a wheelchair, with strength and flexibility.
Growing up with disabilities has driven Rowe to use her abilities to advocate for others.
Courtesy: Vicky Rowe “Most people with disabilities can’t talk for themselves. So, I wanted to be a voice for the voiceless,” explained Rowe. “I decided what I wanted to do. And then I got involved with it and never stopped.”
Rowe, who serves as a civic youth ambassador, has worked with the Michigan Developmental Disabilities Council on a new resource to help families across the state.
The Supported Decision Making Toolkit , hosted on the Health and Human Services website, breaks down key resources for those with disabilities by age group.