Krista Westendorp, part 16 of 16: “Getting Past the Medical Model”

Krista Westendorp of Minneapolis, Minnesota talks about having a son with a disability, navigating the educational system, and the role Ed Roberts played in her life. Krista’s son Aaron was born with a severe physical disability. Krista has sued her school district to get Aaron the support he needs to function in school and is an active member of Partners in Policymaking. This is #33 out of more than 1000 interviews that “It’s Our Story” has collected in an effort to free the voices of the disability community. Visit us at www.itsourstory.org This interview transcribed by Katherine Halloran.