18 Stories for 18 Stories: Emily Bush

a promotional image for down syndrome of louisville's over the edge fundraiser that features a picture of a smiling woman with down syndrome18 Stories for 18 Stories
On October 22nd, dedicated members of our community will be rappelling down 18 stories of the Hyatt Regency of Louisville in support of DSL as a part of Over The Edge 2022.

We’re sharing 18 different stories about what DSL means to our members, their loved ones, and our community at large.

First up is Emily Bush, one of our 2022 Down Syndrome of Louisville Advocates.
Click on the link below to hear Emily tell us in her own words what DSL means to her!

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