Slate: A Life of Courage in Bloomington, MN

At the age of 13, Slate Daughtry narrowly escaped death when he was hit by a car while walking along the boulevard of a South Carolina beach resort. This story of a boy's tragic accident and miraculous recovery against all odds is a testimony to the strength and resilience of the human spirit. It is a story of the triumph of life over death and faith over despair.
Slate gives hope and inspiration to those who face a lifetime coping with disabilities. In spite of massive brain injury, pain, and depression, Slate embraces life as an adult with indescribable courage. His struggle will give you a new measure of compassion for the delightfully different persona of the disabled.