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Eduardo
Birthdate: March 19, 2004 Eduardo is a ray of sunshine. He brings light to all around him. When he hears music, he wiggles and moves in his wheelchair to the sound of the beat. Eduardo has Ataxia, cerebral palsy, autism, limited motor function, uses a wheelchair, and has an intellectual disability. He enjoys spending time…
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Maria Joselyn
Birthdate: November 4, 2003 Maria loves to be the center of attention! If she is not in the middle of things, she will try to get your attention by using her voice. Her words may not be easy to understand but she is heard. She joined the Mustard Seed Communities family in 2005 when she was…
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Fausto
Birthdate: February 22, 1999 Fausto loves the peace of the outdoors. He is a foodie who never misses mealtime. Music is calming to him, and he enjoys watching TV. Fausto has lived at Mustard Seed Communities Dominican Republic for 6 years. He has epilepsy, paralysis, and is intellectually disabled. When you speak to him, he pays…
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Manuel
Birthdate: October 21, 1991 Manuel is an art lover who lights up when he sees a picture with bright lively colors. He listens closely when you speak to him and often will give you a radiant smile in return. Manuel has called Mustard Seed Communities Dominican Republic home since 2015. He has intellectual disabilities, limited motor…
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Ángel
Birthdate: November 4, 2010 Ángel’s name reflects his personality. He is an affectionate child with a sweet disposition. Ángel enjoys playing with anyone and everyone who is available. He loves music, bright colors, and watching cartoons. Ángel demonstrates his joy by clapping his hands when he participates in an activity that he loves. Ángel joined the…
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Carolina
Birthdate: December 29, 2009 Carolina likes to try new things and is a tactile learner, she learns best when she is able to participate in activities that involve touching and moving. She likes to carry a doll or a ball to keep her hands busy. Carolina has limited motor function and sickle cell anemia. Carolina…
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Miguel
Birthdate: November 13, 1997 Miguel loves the outdoors and the feeling of the warm sun on his face. He became a member of the Mustard Seed family in Dominican Republic when he was 10 years old. Miguel has cerebral palsy, epilepsy, limited motor function, is intellectually disabled, and uses a wheelchair. When he arrived at…
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Nicauli
Birthdate: May 24, 2004 Nicauli is very curious. She likes to keep an eye on all of her fellow residents and watch activities take place around her. She loves bright colors and listening to music. She became part of the Mustard Seed family when she was 9 years old. Nicauli has cerebral palsy, limited motor function,…
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Altagracia
Birthdate: March 16, 2016 The literal meaning of Altagracia is “high grace”; referring to Mary having received the highest grace of being the mother of Jesus. Our Lady of Altagracia is the patron saint of the Dominican Republic. Altagracia was abandoned in the backyard of the Lady of Altagracia Hospital. There is no knowledge of…
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Baby Love
Birthdate: August 19, 2008 Baby Love is a fashionista. She is happiest when she has a pretty dress on and a bow in her hair. She likes playing with dolls and making them as dressed up as she is. Baby Love is intellectually disabled and has limited motor function. She attends school in Puerto Plata…