WillPower

WillPower - 4:35

Emily Abelice

Posted Nov 03, 2016

Caring for loved ones with different abilities can cause unique financial hardships. WillPower Foundation Director Emily Abelice outlines how the Foundation can help and how families can apply for grants on Comcast Newsmakers.

Produced by: Greater Boston Newsmakers Team

#Massachusetts #General Interest

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