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Mitchell Jennings enjoys swimming and canoeing and has become an inspiration to many people. 100% CONNECTED "We listen to our employees when we make changes to our benefits," said Health and Wellness Manager Brad Hilsmier. "We marry their feedback with market research data and medical evidence to ensure we are providing marketable and sustainable benefits." The Jennings said having the coverage has been a "blessing." "We found ABA therapy to be the most helpful treatment for our son, but we were pulling our hair out trying to pay for it," said Robert. "We knew our son needed the treatment, and we wanted to give him every opportunity we could. That's why words can't express how grateful we are to Southern Company for giving our son that chance. The fact the company did this shows you how committed it is to the community and to employees." Donna added her thanks, saying the therapy has been life-changing for her son. "Through this insurance coverage, Mitchell was able to have the ABA therapy he needed, and for that we cannot thank Southern Company enough," said Donna. "Our autism journey has not been easy, and it is far from over, but now we can see the light at the end of the tunnel. "Mitchell is our inspiration, and we are so thankful for him," she said. "This journey has allowed us to grow in our faith, has shown us who our true friends are, how supportive our family is, and has taught us so many things about life and compassion." For more information about Southern Company's coverage of ABA therapy, employees can call mental health provider Beacon HealthOptions (formerly ValueOptions) at 1-800-680-6333. Visit the Autism Society of Alabama's website at autism-alabama.org. 8 Photography by Billy Brown

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