FORT FAIRFIELD, Maine — Officials with The Cubby recently announced that July’s Hero of the Month is Roger York III, 13, of Fort Fairfield.
Roger, who was born weighing only 1 lb., was diagnosed early with Down Syndrome accompanied by blindness and an inability to speak. Roger has undergone several surgeries, including an eye procedure to help him see better, according to Cubby officials. Unfortunately, the surgery did not take and Roger remains blind.
Life for Roger is very difficult as he cannot see, talk or play with other children the way other 13-year-old boys do. York’s mother said that, “looking at other boys his age and knowing what Roger is missing out on in life is sad. He depends on us to help him every day.”
Described as a very loveable and caring young man, Roger is supported by his parents, Laurie and Roger York as well as his two sisters, Mindy and Macy, who enjoy spending time with their brother. Roger enjoys country music, attending the OTC program in Presque Isle and spending time with his family. Roger was awarded $100 on behalf of The Cubby Fund.
If you know of a child who is struggling with a chronic or life-threatening illness and would like to see them nominated for the Hero of the Month program, contact Cindy Johnson at 768-6200.
