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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…
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Caroline
Birthdate: July 29, 2009 Caroline is a sweet and happy child. She enjoys playing with the other residents and loves it when she is the center of attention. She became part of the Mustard Seed Communities family when she was 9 years old. Caroline has cerebral palsy and epilepsy and uses a wheelchair. If you have…
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Jerry
Birthdate: January 23, 2015 Jerry has grown so much since joining the Mustard Seed Communities Dominican Republic family in 2017! When he first came to MSC, he struggled with mobility due to cerebral palsy. After daily physical therapy, he now can crawl around by himself. Jerry enjoys listening to music and loves taking naps. His…
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Brailin
Birthdate: March 27, 2009 Brailin is a rock star! He loves music and is learning to play the guitar and the drums at the local music school. Brailin loves all of his fans—Mustard Seed volunteers and donors! Brailin has Down syndrome and attends school five days a week. Brailin stays busy and involved in every activity…