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Andy Strunck of Monroe won’t wear a mask. Not because the 30-year-old is trying to make a political statement but because he has autism and struggles with communication.
“He has sensory issues which prevent him from often going certain places, wearing certain articles of clothing, and definitely wearing a mask,” said Ruth Singer-Strunck, Andy’s mother.
Andy’s 21-year-old sister, Hannah, also has autism. She does wear a mask and is currently finishing high school virtually.
“She really didn’t understand it and she really still doesn’t understand it,” Singer-Strunck said. “She has minimal communication abilities so communicating through Zoom is not her strength even though she loves the computer. Trying to explain this to either one of the children is incredibly difficult.”
Ruth Singer-Strunck, Andy Strunck, Hannah Strunck and Mike Strunck live in Monroe.
Andy Strunck of Monroe won’t wear a mask. Not because the 30-year-old is trying to make a political statement but because he has autism and struggles with communication.
“He has sensory issues which prevent him from often going certain places, wearing certain articles of clothing, and definitely wearing a mask,” said Ruth Singer-Strunck, Andy’s mother.
Andy’s 21-year-old sister, Hannah, also has autism. She does wear a mask and is currently finishing high school virtually.
“She really didn’t understand it and she really still doesn’t understand it,” Singer-Strunck said. “She has minimal communication abilities so communicating through Zoom is not her strength even though she loves the computer. Trying to explain this to either one of the children is incredibly difficult.”
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