The Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act is this Friday! Celebrate with us and other local nonprofits and providers with Rev. Harold Wilke: Disability Rights and the "Breaking of Chains." Register today at: https://lnkd.in/g7V-ETyn
Easterseals Midwest
Non-profit Organizations
St Louis, Missouri 3,087 followers
All abilities. Limitless possibilities.
About us
Easterseals Midwest is a registered 501(c)(3) organization that is committed to helping individuals with developmental disabilities — including autism — learn, live, work, and participate in the community. The agency is part of a nearly century-old network of high-quality disability service providers, and together, we strive to change the way the world defines and views disabilities by making profound, positive differences in people’s lives every day. While Easterseals Midwest is part of a strong national network, all of the services we provide were designed in and for the Missouri communities we serve. Our board of directors is local, and we have full control of program and funding decisions. We have been active in Missouri for more than 50 years, helping to build communities where all people with developmental disabilities have equal opportunities to realize their goals, dreams, and aspirations. Currently, we support nearly 5,000 children and adults with developmental disabilities through the following programs: AUTISM SERVICES Our autism services, which include parent training and early interventions, provide help and hope for more than 2,000 individuals and families impacted by autism. COMMUNITY LIVING SERVICES Our community living services support more than 575 individuals with developmental disabilities as they live in homes of their own and participate in the community. EARLY CHILDHOOD SERVICES Our early childhood services help nearly 300 at-risk children achieve more in life through therapies, our early education center, and home visits. EMPLOYMENT SERVICES Our employment services support more than 800 teens and adults with developmental disabilities as they build job skills and find and maintain competitive employment in the community.
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http://www.easterseals.com/midwest
External link for Easterseals Midwest
- Industry
- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 1,001-5,000 employees
- Headquarters
- St Louis, Missouri
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1919
- Specialties
- Autism , Community Living , Early Childhood, Employment Services, Disability Support, Training, advocacy, disability jobs, missouri disability, and Disability Education
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Employees at Easterseals Midwest
Updates
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We are so excited to welcome a Registered Dietician to our team! Erin Sprehe uses her diverse experience (clinical, research, corporate, and private practice) to empower individuals and communities toward optimal health through evidence-based nutrition. Her research focuses on the specific needs of people with disabilities and food insecurity, while actively contributing to the field through the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics! And in honor of her joining the Easterseals' team, we’re going to share a healthy recipe with you every single Wednesday. So tune in for #RecipeWednesdays Our first recipe is for a Summer Peach Salsa 🍑☀️ For the full recipe and nutrition information, visit bit.ly/SummerPeachSalsa Ingredients: ● 5-6 medium fresh peaches (or 2 28-oz cans of diced peaches, no added sugar) ● 1 fresh tomato, diced (or 1 14-oz can of diced tomatoes) ● 1 whole medium red onion, diced ● 1 whole jalapeño, seeded and diced (adjust amount for spice preference) ● ½ teaspoon salt ● Juice of 1 lime ● ½ bunch fresh cilantro, chopped (optional) ● ¼ teaspoon chili powder (optional) Instructions: Combine all ingredients in a bowl and mix gently. Wrap the bowl in plastic wrap or pour the contents into an airtight container and place in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.
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You can still get tickets to cheer on Sporting Kansas City SC as they take on St. Louis City SC this Saturday! Tickets are now only $30 and a portion of each ticket will be donated back to support our life-changing disability programs! Snag your ticket at https://lnkd.in/efVnq2TT
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Enjoy a beautiful summer morning with YogaSix for Yoga on Beale Street! All proceeds from the July 13, 8 AM class will benefit Easterseals' disability programs! Bring your yoga mat and enjoy this all-levels outdoor practice registration is only $5! https://lnkd.in/g2D2qP5n
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Next time you’re looking for the best burger joint in town, you can also see if its wheelchair accessible, has an ADA-compliant bathroom, and more! Check out some of the accessible features Yelp is bringing to its platform this Disability Pride Month: https://lnkd.in/gFBixjyD
With Growing Demand, Yelp Adds Accessibility Details To Business Listings
https://www.disabilityscoop.com
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Don’t miss this awesome opportunity to learn more about the Americans with Disabilities Act this #DisabilityPrideMonth! Register for The Americans with Disabilities Act: Advancements, Challenges, and the Path Forward (for free!) at bit.ly/ADAMHM.
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Don’t miss your opportunity to cheer on Sporting Kansas City SC as they take on St. Louis City SC on July 20! Tickets are only $40 and a portion of each ticket will be donated back to support our life-changing disability programs. Snag your ticket at https://lnkd.in/efVnq2TT.