Inspirational People

There have been many people we've learned about over the course of Samantha's recovery who have been sources of inspiration and comfort along the way. By sharing their stories with you, we hope to spread the positivity they embody in their daily lives and remind you that with the right attitude, anything is possible!

Amara Riccio

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ricciopickmeups.org
A non-profit organization that brings
inspiration, joy, financial aid and awareness for  families facing 
medical and financial hardships.

Team Hoyt

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TeamHoyt.com
Inspirational father/son team who participates in country-wide athletic competitions.

Rosemarie Speaks

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Rosemariespeaks.com
Rosemarie Rossetti, Ph.D., 2011 national spokeswoman for disability insurance.

Ashley Lauren Fisher

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Ashleylaurenfisher.com
Actress, philanthropist, business woman,
and spinal cord injury survivor.

Moms in Prayer

Life Without Limbs
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momsintouch.org
A prayer group for mothers.
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Lifewithoutlimbs.org
Nick Vujicic was born without arms or legs and is now a motivational speaker.

When Sean Speaks

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WhenSeanSpeaks.com
WhenSeanSpeaks, Inc. is an organization dedicated to spreading the word of how important it is to think before you get behind the wheel of a car. 

Richard "Steelo" Vazquez

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Richard “Steelo” Vazquez has been a major part of the L.A. dance community for many years. Steelo suffered a ruptured brain aneurysm but is working hard in therapy to get back to dance!