Parents can sometimes be the unsung heroes in their children's lives. Especially parents of children with special needs--because even though children show us in many different ways how much they love us and appreciate what we do--we sometimes need to hear it loud and clear from the world around us.Joel Kogen got to hear it loud and clear last Friday evening, at the Autism Speaks "Autism Heroes Ball" in Chicago, Il. Joel and his wife Amy both have learning disabilities, and together they are raising their son Timmy, who is has severe Autism. Joel is the brother of my partner, Soft co-owner Suzy Kogen Friedman, who says of her brother: "Even with his limitations, Joel sets the standard of what it means to be a loving and dedicated husband and father. His patience and adoration for Timmy touches everyone who knows them. Joel always does what is best for Timmy. Whether it's doing his own research or challenging the school board, Timmy's father is his personal superman."
Joel was chosen from an inspirational group of 11 finalists, and this special event raised over $50,000 for Autism research. Thank you to all of the Soft supporters who took the time to vote, and thank you Joel, for being such an inspiration to so many.
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