Journey Out of Silence Third Edition

William (Bill) Rush (1955-2004) was born with a significant disability. Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy left Bill with very limited use of his limbs and voice. His family was strongly encouraged to institutionalize him at birth. Bill's parents took their son home. As part of the emerging disability rights movement in the United States of America, Bill's parents, and later, Bill himself, would have to advocate for every step of Bill's journey. Could a fulfilling life outside of an institution be possible for Bill? What barriers might arise? What opportunities might emerge? Journey Out of Silence, was published in 1986 and 2008. This third edition is accessible to all in alternative formats. Let Bill's story inspire you to strive for the impossible in your own life.