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A Night To Remember
This past February, Shannon attended the Best Buddies Prom, a formal event for teens and adults with disabilities held at the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, TN. Shannon was escorted by Megan, her best buddy of five years.. The highlight of the evening for Shannon was getting to sign alongside country music star Brett Eldridge!
Shannon is one of 560 Tennesseans with disabilities who elect to self-directs her services. Self-direction has allowed Shannon to hire Megan as her personal assistant staff after years of being a special friend to her. Megan is now a third year Special Education student at Lipscomb University while working with Shannon. Morning Sun serves as Shannon’s financial management service and supports brokerage agency so that Shannon can successfully manage her own waiver services.
To learn more about the benefits of self-direction and the services Morning Sun provides click here.