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I Am Jack

Australian Story · Season 19 · Episode 36
This Monday, we find out what's been happening in the lives of a family who featured in one of our most popular programs.

It's the story of radio and TV personality Ian 'Dano' Rogerson and his wife Nicole, who gave up their home, successful careers and an exciting lifestyle for the love of their son, Jack.

Diagnosed with autism as a toddler, Jack Rogerson was hyperactive, could barely speak and was unable to express ordinary affection. They were determined to do whatever it took to enable their son to lead a mainstream lifestyle.

Five years on, the family's determination is being richly rewarded.

At 18, Jack has recently graduated from a mainstream high school and is looking forward to a career in the hospitality industry...

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Season
19
Episode
36
Air Date
06/Oct/2014
Air Time
20:30
Runtime
30 min

Overview

Episode summary.

This Monday, we find out what's been happening in the lives of a family who featured in one of our most popular programs.

It's the story of radio and TV personality Ian 'Dano' Rogerson and his wife Nicole, who gave up their home, successful careers and an exciting lifestyle for the love of their son, Jack.

Diagnosed with autism as a toddler, Jack Rogerson was hyperactive, could barely speak and was unable to express ordinary affection. They were determined to do whatever it took to enable their son to lead a mainstream lifestyle.

Five years on, the family's determination is being richly rewarded.

At 18, Jack has recently graduated from a mainstream high school and is looking forward to a career in the hospitality industry...

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