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and benefit from
such an experience,”
said
Jason
Parent,
director of advancement.
The name that came back to
him was Nick Krause.
Nick was diagnosed with
epilepsy at age 11. While the seizures
are now under control, his battle with the
anxiety and depression resulting from his
condition continues.

“We were so excited that they picked
Nick,” said Terri. Her husband John was
able to also join in on the balloon ride.

“We wanted to be sure a parent could
accompany Nick without causing a financial
hardship,” explained Parent. “Since the
father and son duo would be riding in
the REMAX balloon, we reached out to
Jane Towle to see what we could do. She
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