So many times, it is difficult for men to open up about their challenges and struggles, but as a special needs dad, it is so important to have a “band of brothers” who can relate to the unique challenges that come with raising a special needs child. This is a passion of our friend Eric Nixon.

About Eric

Eric lives in Pennsylvania and will be celebrating his 30 years of marriage this year to his wife Candy.  Eric and his family spent more than a decade living in hospitals with three sick kids at Children’s Hospital until all three children were diagnosed with a rare primary immune deficiency.

Additionally, Eric has been living with multiple sclerosis for the last 14 years. He rides every year in the MS City to Shore bike ride riding 50 miles from Pennsylvania to the Jersey shore. His wife Candy works at the Joni and Friends Pennsylvania office, and both of them have devoted their lives to helping others affected by disability. They both run individual and marriage support groups for individuals and couples affected by disabilities.

Related Links

No More Peanut Butter Sandwiches

Common Man, Extraordinary Call

Joni & Friends

Goodnight Superman - Jeff Davidson's blog about being a special needs dad

Find Eric on Facebook!

Rising Above Ministries