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Press Relases
View our latest press releases across the Midwest.
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Women’s Giving Collective Awards New Grants to Expand Life-Changing Services
Investments in technology, early diagnosis, hearing care, and sensory support will impact hundreds across the region. -
Easterseals Midwest Receives St. Louis County Children's Service Fund Award to Expand Mental and Behavioral Health Services
Easterseals Midwest has received a 2026-2029 funding award from St. Louis County Children's Service Fund to support mental and behavioral health services in St. Louis County. -
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. -
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
News
See where Easterseals has appeared in the news across the Midwest.
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Easterseals Midwest hosts 23rd annual Bowling for Autism Fundraiser event
The Cleek family hosted the 23rd annual Bowling for Autism fundraiser in Columbia, raising funds for Easterseals Midwest disability services. -
Tap That Topeka brings craft beer, community together while supporting local nonprofit
Tap That Topeka drew hundreds downtown Saturday for nearly 60 breweries, local vendors and live music, with Easterseals Midwest as the benefiting partner. -
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. -
Melanie Mills Shares Sensory-Friendly Summer Resources on FOX 2
Autism Services Director Melanie Mills joined FOX 2 to highlight sensory-friendly attractions and resources for St. Louis families.
Impact Stories
Learn how Easterseals Midwest changes lives across the region.
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Finding His Voice: Will Leads Through Advocacy
Will turned confidence into action, using his voice to lead, advocate, and strengthen his community in Kansas City. -
Kansas City Team Helps Farm School Build More Inclusive Experiences
A hands-on training at Kansas City Farm School put accessibility, inclusion, and lived experience at the center of every lesson. -
International Fellows Share Expertise with Easterseals Midwest Teams
Two international fellows spent four weeks in Kansas City, sharing practical tools and training that will strengthen Easterseals Midwest services. -
For 50 Years, Kristen Thought She Was the Problem
After decades of feeling different, Kristen Godar finally learned she had autism. Now, she has found purpose helping others.
Impact in Action
The truest measure of impact appears in a parent’s breath of relief, a child’s growing confidence, or a family beginning to believe that tomorrow might look different.
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1 in 4adults in the United States live with a disability.
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23,000+people are supported by Easterseals every single year.
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1 in 31children in the United States are affected by autism.
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