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Foster mother of the year cares for deaf blind child
Baldwin New York AP profile of Justine Purvis who cared for a 7 year old deaf blind foster child for 25 years. Her methods mirror Keller era treatment and she now inspires others as Nassau County Family Service Association's Foster Mother of the Year. She emphasizes patience love and specialized care over punishment and possession of a child's treasures.
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Baldwin
N.Y
Justine Purvis
Perkins Institute
Massachusetts
School For the Blind
Nassau County
Family Service Association
Purvis