GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — 21 powerful and inspiring women competed in west Michigan for the title of Ms. Wheelchair America.
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Ali Ingersoll of Raleigh, North Carolina was crowned the winner after the week-long competition.
Ali broke her neck in 2010 while diving in the Bahamas, where she lived for most of her life.
She is paralyzed from the chest down, with little strength in her hands.
Now, she’s a day trader and assists people in becoming self-advocates while navigating the frustrating process of insurance appeals.
Ali decided to take her story to and spread her message on social media under the name “Quirky Quad.” Now, there’s a documentary being made about her.
Ms. Michigan, Sarah Nassar of Dearborn, took second place with Ms. South Carolina, Ms. Arizona and Ms. Pennsylvania rounding out the top five.
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Congratulations to all the wonderful women who competed!
