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A co-worker with autism

January 9, 2017 By Editor

My name is Terri Farrell.  My son, Conor Farrell, is an 18-year-old senior in the Lynnfield Public School System. Conor participates in the AHEF paralegal assistant internship program at the Salem Family and Probate Court. He works alongside court employees once a week for 2 hours. In only three short months, Conor has gained confidence, […]

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