Community Stories
Our community stories highlight the essential services Easterseals provides and the difference we make in the lives of 1.5 million people each year. Learn from and share perspectives from people with disabilities, service providers, parents, caregivers, veterans, and more.
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Navigating Isolation and Ableism During the Holidays
The holidays can amplify feelings of isolation for disabled individuals. Learn how to combat ableism and foster inclusivity to create a more supportive community for all.
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Finding Community in Gaming and Discord
Online communities, like ES Gaming's Discord, empower disabled gamers. Learn about accessible gaming and the importance of digital spaces for inclusivity. -
When Will Freedom be Mine?
Navigating life with cerebral palsy, the journey is about adapting, advocating, and embracing one's full self. The pursuit of hope and freedom involves striving for inclusivity and self-acceptance, while also acknowledging the challenges faced. -
A How-To Guide to Inclusive Language, and Why It Matters
Language shapes our thoughts and society's perceptions. Learn how to use inclusive language to avoid negative connotations and encourage respect. -
Easterseals Colorado's Support for Disabled Individuals in the Workforce
Easterseals Colorado helps disabled individuals find and thrive in jobs by providing digital skills, advocacy, and support for workplace integration and accommodations. -
Tomorrow Will Be Better: On Queer Pride as a Disabled Person
Anna Goldberg reflects as a queer, disabled person on Pride month as a process rather than a discrete event. -
In Celebration of Judy Heumann
Honoring Judith Heumann, a lifelong advocate for disability rights whose impact on accessibility and inclusion continues to inspire generations. -
A Grateful Mindset: Reflecting on My Experiences During the Pandemic
For Alicia, hardship transformed into gratitude during the pandemic. She shares how virtual connections and travel with precautions impacted her life. -
Mature Workers: Hire for the Attitude, Train for the Skill
The Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) at Easterseals helps job seekers aged 55+ build skills and find employment through federal funding. -
About Ableism: Lessons Learned from a Teen Advocate
Teen advocate Anja Herrman shares what she has learned about ableism and allyship in her powerful essay on disability rights. -
How My Family Helps Me Feel Included
A personal reflection on how family support fosters inclusion, creating a sense of belonging and empowerment for a person with disabilities. -
Accessibility Means Being Part of the Community
Learn how accessibility can combat isolation and foster community for people with disabilities.
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