Participants Create ‘Our Voices Matter’ Advocacy Group
Easterseals Southern California participants have created a monumental advocacy group called Our Voices Matter (OVM) to advocate for their rights and the rights of their peers.
Easterseals Living Options’ Coordinated Life Services Supports Mellisa’s Mental Health Journey
Phone sessions with her Community Support Specialist during the pandemic lead Mellisa to an improved quality of life.
What’s it Like Raising a Child on the Autism Spectrum? For Claire Khodara, it’s unexpectedly beautiful.
Having children opened my eyes and heart to a world I didn’t know existed, a world of endless opportunities for self growth. Motherhood isn’t easy, but it’s worth it.
Singer and Autism Advocate Giving Streaming Proceeds from New Album to Easterseals Southern California
Claire Khodara balances singing, her businesses and motherhood, while finding ways to support and advocate for the autism community.
Autism Acceptance Month Celebrations Fill Easterseals’ April Calendar
Events, stories and activities increase understanding, acceptance, and support for autism and autistic individuals to inspire a kinder, more inclusive world.
Advice for Navigating The Back-To-School Experience With Someone on the Autism Spectrum
Easterseals Chief Clinical Officer Dr. Paula Pompa-Craven provides suggestions for getting a student with autism ready for the new in-person school year.
We Are the 25%
Easterseals Southern California (ESSC) has launched a public awareness campaign, “We are the 25%”. It highlights that 1 in 4 Americans identifies has having a disability, and that the disability vote represents some 61 million voices strong.
Managing The Fear of ‘What’s Next’ When COVID-19 Changes the Routine
Easterseals Autism Ambassador Aaron Likens shares his thoughts about the impact COVID-19 is having on the lives of those, like himself, who live with autism.
Tips for a Sensory-Friendly Halloween Experience
Halloween can be a spooky time for all children, but it can be especially overwhelming for children with autism and sensory issues. Learn tips for success to help experience a stress-free Halloween.
Workplace Mentoring is a Win-Win
Dr. Jacqueline Ganley shares her story about the founding and successful outcomes of the Easterseals Mentorship Program, which pairs senior leaders at Easterseals with supervisors looking to gain further experience.