Alison
is my
21 year old daughter who has been an inspiration to me and to many who know
her. As you find your way through Alison's web site, you will learn about
her life, her loves, and interests.
Alison is a beautiful girl who is full of life, and hasn't let the results of a rare seizure disorder called infantile spasms keep her from enjoying life to her fullest. She loves to be on the go and seeing new things. She loves her family, friends and being in her community. The biggest influence on her life is God.
Alison has a love for the music of Alison Krauss which has impacted her development.
News:
July 2008: Alison moves into her own apartment!
Alison has moved into her own apartment under the Supported Independent Living Program through Louisiana's NOW Waiver.
For years we have advocated for in-home supports and services for people with disabilities. The Supported Independent Living Program is one of the services that was included in the advocacy we have done. I am proud to have been part of this that not only will provide some independence for Alison, but also to many others with disabilities. This is a milestone for Alison!
-- Karen Lagrange, mother
Summer 2005: Alison wins the "Most Improved" award with at Lion's Camp was accompanied with this letter:
"A picture is worth a thousand words. This camper does not have many
words to say, but the lasting pictures of her beautiful smile and wonderful
expressions she leaves on the minds and hearts of everyone she meets speaks
volumes. At the beginning of the week she was reserved and not eager to
participate. After a few days she was up with a smile ready for the day
and began participating with the rest of the group, even bowling. That is
why from Sioux and sponsored by the Opelousas Lions Club, the most improved
girl camper is Alison Higginbotham."