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A bear of a Bloomsday: Brenton Sconce finished 7.46 miles on all fours a day after the race began to help those in recovery

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A bear of a Bloomsday: Brenton Sconce finished 7.46 miles on all fours a day after the race began to help those in recovery Since March of last year, Brenton Sconce has bear-crawled 1 to 2 miles almost every day in preparation for the 50th Bloomsday. On Monday around 9:47 a.m., Sconce’s hard work paid off as he crossed the finish line on the Monroe Street Bridge just under 23 hours after undertaki...
While Sconce's bear-crawl during Bloomsday is an inspiring story of personal growth and philanthropy, it also raises questions about the accessibility and affordability of recovery resources. The fact that aftercare services are not typically covered by insurance highlights a gap in the healthcare system that leaves many individuals without essential support on their journey to recovery. Additionally, Sconce's success in raising funds for his organization through an extreme feat underscores the ...