Ed and Rachel Fagan

How long have you been connected with David’s Refuge?
Approximately 6 years

Please explain any diagnosis your child has, and you have experience with.
Our 22-year-old daughter Marla has autism. It has been a constant learning process, but I do feel we have a lot of knowledge that we love to share.

What is your favorite part of being a host?
Connecting with other couples and providing a safe, relaxing place to get away and recharge. Seeing our guests leaving the weekend feeling renewed and energized.

What is something you want your guests to know about you?
We enjoy traveling and try to get out and see as much of the world as we can.

What is a piece of advice you have found invaluable as a family with experience in special needs or a medically fragile diagnosis?
This journey is a marathon not a sprint! Stay organized and embrace the positives.

Which partner location is your favorite and why?
Thousand Island Harbor Hotel. We love the location.

A genie grants you the ability to have infinite amount of one item. What is it?
Money! Sounds cliche, we know money cant buy you happiness…but it could help take care of our kids futures and help support Davids Refuge.

What is a question you wish people would ask you less?
How do you do it???