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Lorraine and Leon Rosen, both mildly retarded and married for 37 years, lived until recently with her father. Through a program of assisted living they now have their own apartment for the first time. Leon worries about what their neighbors think of their presence. 'We're good neighbors,' he said." © 1995 Susan B. Markisz/The Riverdale Press |
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After living in a group home for most of his life, 50 year old Ross George proudly shows off his new apartment. He holds a competetive job and takes mass transit to work." © 1995 Susan B. Markisz |
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Marian Levy, who has Downs Syndrome, helps to prepare sweet potatoes in her Netherland Gardens residence. © 1995 Susan B. Markisz/The Riverdale Press |
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