Rx Ballroom Dance Student Spotlight: Lael Jackson

Lael Jackson is no stranger to the spotlight. She has been a model, actress and performer for most of her life. But when Lael was diagnosed with advanced arthritis, she found that her knees, legs and ankles just didn't work like she wanted them to. She retired from performing, and felt that perhaps the days of being in the spotlight had simply come to an end. But life doesn't end with a diagnosis and Lael's spirit craved the ability to dance and perform as she always had.
Lael continued to wonder- was there a place that would allow her to sparkle and shine like she always had? Was she doomed to physical limitation and lack of physical activity? Could she find something that sparked her motivation to be in front of a crowd again?
When Rx Ballroom Dance opened at McCann Dance in October of 2022, an additional location near her home now meant Lael had the opportunity to join an incredible community of dancers all using the power of dance to improve their physical, cognitive and emotional lives. The Rx Ballroom Dance program focuses on posture, balance, memory and social/emotional growth- all things Lael needed and wanted out of a program. But most importantly, ballroom dance gave Lael the joy that she already had for dancing, and a safe place to enjoy it and have the opportunity to perform again.
Lael started the scholarship program and was so excited to perform in front of an audience. She dazzled in a long, gold gown that she sparkled in and gave her the regal look only a former beauty queen could possess. She gained his confidence and stood tall. The program has transformed her physical and mental health and gave her another reason to smile.
The Rx Ballroom Dance program gave Lael a tool for continued physical and neurological improvement. With more seniors being diagnosed with disabilities every day, there are so many “Lael's” out there who feel isolated and alone.
We are here to change that.
You have the power to change that.
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