Dr. Penny Shaw is a strong advocate for the elderly & disabled, as well as a long-time resident of a Massachusetts nursing facility. She was recently awarded the Corey Rowley National Advocacy Award. Read her comments here: National Council on Independent Living Award remarks Penny Shaw PhD NH resident 7-22-20
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