Press Releases

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Before the Fireworks Start, Protect Your Hearing

Center for Hearing & Speech Powered by Easterseals reminds families that Fourth of July Fireworks can cause instant, permanent hearing loss.
Easterseals Recognized as One of Newsweek's America's Greatest Workplaces 2026

Easterseals has been named one of Newsweek's America's Greatest Workplaces 2026, recognizing our commitment to employees and our mission.
Don't Let Summer Slide Set Your Child Back: Easterseals Midwest Shares Tips to Prevent Regression in Children with Autism

Summer break can mean lost progress for kids with autism. Easterseals Midwest shares three tips to prevent regression: routine, skill practice, and socializing.
Before You Book Summer Travel: Experts Share Tips for Families of Children With Sensory Sensitivities

Sensory processing differences affect 3 in 4 with autism. Easterseals Midwest shares tips to help families prepare for summer travel.
Easterseals Midwest receives Coca-Cola FIFA World Cup Economic Empowerment Initiative Grant

Coca-Cola, Easterseals Midwest, and FIFA 2026 are teaming up to support young adults with disabilities in our community gain employment skills and find jobs they love.
Where Kansas City Families with Autism Can Enjoy Summer

Easterseals Midwest highlights sensory-friendly summer destinations for families in the Kansas City region
Where St. Louis Families with Autism can Enjoy Summer

Easterseals Midwest highlights sensory-friendly summer destinations for families in the St. Louis region
Easterseals Midwest is a BBB Accredited Charity Seal Holder

Easterseals Midwest has once again earned recognition as a Better Business Bureau Accredited Charity Seal Holder, continuing a distinction the organization has received every year since 2016.
Easterseals Midwest Announces New Chief Executive Officer

Easterseals Midwest names Jeanne Marshall as organization’s next Chief Executive Officer after the planned retirement of Wendy Sullivan.
Easterseals Midwest expands access to EarliPoint autism assessment technology for children up to age 8

Autism diagnosis technology EarliPoint is cleared by FDA for children through 95 months.
Easterseals Midwest CEO Wendy Sullivan named one of region's top leaders in Business 500

Wendy Sullivan has been named in the St. Louis Magazine's St. Louis Business 500 as one of the most influential, impactful, and innovative leaders in the area.
Wendy Sullivan Set to Retire After Three+ Decades as CEO of Easterseals Midwest

Wendy Sullivan to retire after 30+ years as CEO of Easterseals Midwest, growing support from 200 to 25,000+ people across three states.