In July 2013, due to degenerative spinal diseases, Jen Pelletier became unable to work and was forced to rely on others for help. Michelle Mitchell profiles Jenn's experiences and her struggle to reclaim independence.

Thalassa Raasch documents the lives of Randy and Sarah Bellavance, a blind married couple. Raasch highlights how the couple live and see their day-to-day lives.

Thalassa Raasch documents the lives of Randy and Sarah Bellavance, a blind married couple. Raasch highlights how the couple live and see their day-to-day lives.

Jennifer Leahy documents how one family from Augusta copes with their children having autism.

With little left to live for, Andrew started to think about how his life impacts everything around him. Kelsey Nichols documents how Andrew places himself within the time and space he occupies, applying theory into his recovery.

Leah Schmalz documents the life of Rosa Tapia, a girl has autism. Schmalz highlights how Tapia's foster parents have opted for a homeopathic alternative for treatment to her their daughter.

After being diagnosed with ALS, Mark Bushey is experiencing first-hand how people connect voice to cognitive function. Morgan Springer documents how people perceive Bushey now that his speaking ability has changed due to his ALS.

Sophie Rioux is a 31-year-old artist and musician. She has a genetic disorder called Williams Syndrome, which means she'll never reach certain milestones of independence, such as driving or holding a full-time job. But, in this story, Sophie starts to claim her autonomy in one way: by making plans to move out of her beloved family home and into an apartment of her own. Music by Sophie Rioux.

After being bedridden due to a severe workplace accident, Trieste decided to finally come out as a trans woman. Arielle Zionts profiles Trieste's decision to come out, and dealing with her neuromuscular disorder.

Colleen Iudice focuses on the life of John Joyce, an artist who suffers from down syndrome. Iudice discusses Joyce's life growing up, as an artist, and with his family.

For individuals in Maine that live with Down syndrome, the STRIVE University offers a program geared toward giving individuals secondary education and employment opportunities. Anne Phillips captures how the students at STRIVE University cope with being on their own and their experiences.

Join me in my journey trying acupuncture and cold plunges in an attempt to treat chronic pain.