The Tennessean reports on a nonprofit that relies heavily on donations to continue provided much needed services:

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It’s not unusual for Barbara Adams to hear her brother laugh and giggle.

Until five years ago, it happened rarely, she said.

That’s because until then, her brother – who’s mentally disabled and nonverbal – lived in a large facility for mentally ill where he was mistreated, Adams said.

Since William Lucas, 55, moved to a group home run by a nonprofit called Waves Inc., his quality of life has improved drastically, Adams said. She visits Lucas in his Fairview apartment at least twice a week.

“He’ll give you hugs,” Adams said. “He’s more outgoing, so we can notice changes. Before he wouldn’t do anything with you. He was withdrawn. His caretakers treat him like he’s a king. It makes me feel great.”

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