“The two disabilities I have don’t stop me.” – Noah Long

“The two disabilities I have don’t stop me.” – The inspiring story of Noah Long
RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA – Born completely blind and with cerebral palsy 27 years ago, Triangle native Noah Long is an inspiring role model – living independently, tech-savvy, well-spoken, and employed. “Noah is the most positive person I know,” said his father, David Long.
“At the age of 15, titanium rods were implanted on both sides of his spine from his neck to his hips,” said Noah’s grandmother, Joy Boyette. “After enduring multiple other surgeries, this was the only time I saw him cry.”
“My mother, she’s the one who mainly advocated for me when I was young,” said Noah. “But my grandparents, they’re the ones who pushed me, especially my grandfather.”
“Technology has been a big factor and equalizer in helping Noah cope with his blindness,” said grandfather, Bruno Toffolo. “If asked, he would probably tell you his only handicap might be his cerebral palsy, which affects his mobility and ability to do some tasks as he’d like.”
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Interviews and story by:
Robert B Butler
Communications | Public Relations