J.T. Blakemore

JT has seen quite a bit of adversity in his life, even before his automobile accident in 1963. From his years in an orphanage to his dreams of becoming a professional baseball player that were cut short by a severe knee injury, his life has been one of cruel ironies and continual adaptation.

Don’t get me wrong: He did not always cope with these challenges well, but through it all he has somehow managed to maintain his sense of humor. He has come a long way, and today this consummate storyteller is one of the most enthusiastic men you will ever meet.

From not ever being expected to walk, talk, or see normally again, he has gone on to earn several college degrees, meet and marry his wife, and raise two children. He is an advocate for those with brain injuries and serves as an inspiration to all of us who have ever faced adversity and contemplated giving up.