Glenmoore Boy with Childhood Alzheimer’s Gets Continuous Support from His School Classmates

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Image of Connor Dobbyn, center, via Tom Gralish, Philadelphia Inquirer.

Connor Dobbyn, an 11-year-old Glenmoore resident diagnosed with Childhood Alzheimer’s, gets support every day from his West Vincent Elementary School classmates, writes Maria Panaritis for The Philadelphia Inquirer.

The students call themselves “Connor’s Crew,” and they make sure to help out their friend in any way they can.

“They just love him, and they honestly get upset if they don’t sit next to him at lunch,” said Amy Dougherty, Dobbyn’s aide. “He’s a happy kid; he gives out a lot of hugs. They seem to understand him.”

Dobbyn is always smiling and has a bright outlook on life, something his friends appreciate and find comfort in.

“He’s just fun to be around,” said friend Jack Felmlee. “He’s caring and loves everyone. He’s got an exciting attitude all the time. It’s different; he’s always happy around everyone.”

Read more about Connor Dobbyn in The Philadelphia Inquirer here.

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