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Mother and son reflect on life 10 years after car crash

By Max Jungreis

Published October 31, 2025 at 4:49 AM EDT

Sean Carter speaks with his mom, Jenny Carter, a decade after a car crash left him with a severe brain injury. They speak about her being his full-time caregiver and what the future holds.

Max Jungreis

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