Easterseals National Office
@easterseals.bsky.social
Easterseals empowers people to live independent, full lives. Serving 1.5M annually with essential disability, aging, and veterans' services across the U.S. Learn more at Easterseals.com.
In tomorrow’s episode of Everything You Know About Disability Is Wrong, pop artist and activist Austin Halls joins hosts Lily Newton and Erin Hawley for a powerful conversation about music, identity, and representation.
YouTube: https://youtu.be/k9mr-M86u7E
YouTube: https://youtu.be/k9mr-M86u7E
November 12, 2025 at 10:06 PM
In tomorrow’s episode of Everything You Know About Disability Is Wrong, pop artist and activist Austin Halls joins hosts Lily Newton and Erin Hawley for a powerful conversation about music, identity, and representation.
YouTube: https://youtu.be/k9mr-M86u7E
YouTube: https://youtu.be/k9mr-M86u7E
Maria Pendolino shares how age bias delayed her diagnosis and treatment, from years of unexplained pain to being denied knee replacement surgery because she was “under 50.”
Watch the full conversation on Everything You Know About Disability Is Wrong.
Watch the full conversation on Everything You Know About Disability Is Wrong.
November 5, 2025 at 4:52 PM
Maria Pendolino shares how age bias delayed her diagnosis and treatment, from years of unexplained pain to being denied knee replacement surgery because she was “under 50.”
Watch the full conversation on Everything You Know About Disability Is Wrong.
Watch the full conversation on Everything You Know About Disability Is Wrong.
With SNAP funding lapsed, Easterseals Affiliates are helping bridge the gap.
As Kendra Davenport told ABC, charity can’t replace federal support — we need long-term funding to keep people fed and healthy.
https://abcnews.go.com/US/video/snap-funding-limbos-impact-people-living-disabilities-127090074
As Kendra Davenport told ABC, charity can’t replace federal support — we need long-term funding to keep people fed and healthy.
https://abcnews.go.com/US/video/snap-funding-limbos-impact-people-living-disabilities-127090074
Video SNAP funding limbo’s impact on people living with disabilities
President and CEO of Easterseals Kendra Davenport discusses how the uncertainty around funding of the SNAP food assistance program is impacting people with disabilities.
abcnews.go.com
November 3, 2025 at 8:41 PM
With SNAP funding lapsed, Easterseals Affiliates are helping bridge the gap.
As Kendra Davenport told ABC, charity can’t replace federal support — we need long-term funding to keep people fed and healthy.
https://abcnews.go.com/US/video/snap-funding-limbos-impact-people-living-disabilities-127090074
As Kendra Davenport told ABC, charity can’t replace federal support — we need long-term funding to keep people fed and healthy.
https://abcnews.go.com/US/video/snap-funding-limbos-impact-people-living-disabilities-127090074
Did you know the BMI was never designed for modern healthcare?
Maria Pendolino explains how a formula created in the 1800s, based only on white Belgian men, continues to shape who receives care today.
Watch the full conversation on Everything You Know About Disability Is Wrong out now.
Maria Pendolino explains how a formula created in the 1800s, based only on white Belgian men, continues to shape who receives care today.
Watch the full conversation on Everything You Know About Disability Is Wrong out now.
November 3, 2025 at 4:54 PM
Did you know the BMI was never designed for modern healthcare?
Maria Pendolino explains how a formula created in the 1800s, based only on white Belgian men, continues to shape who receives care today.
Watch the full conversation on Everything You Know About Disability Is Wrong out now.
Maria Pendolino explains how a formula created in the 1800s, based only on white Belgian men, continues to shape who receives care today.
Watch the full conversation on Everything You Know About Disability Is Wrong out now.
Millions of Americans—including people with disabilities & older adults—are days away from losing SNAP food assistance. “When benefits lapse, families lose stability overnight,” said Easterseals CEO Kendra Davenport.
SNAP Funding Crisis Threatens To Worsen Hardship, Non-Profit Warns
Easterseals warns that the SNAP funding crisis will intensify hardship and food insecurity for millions of disabled Americans if Congress fails to act.
www.forbes.com
October 31, 2025 at 8:05 PM
Millions of Americans—including people with disabilities & older adults—are days away from losing SNAP food assistance. “When benefits lapse, families lose stability overnight,” said Easterseals CEO Kendra Davenport.
In the latest episode of Everything You Know About Disability is Wrong, Lily speaks with voice actor and producer Maria Pendolino! Maria has built a career that works for her body and her needs.
YouTube: https://youtu.be/VQz7M39w-7w
All Platforms: https://everythingyouknow.transistor.fm/
YouTube: https://youtu.be/VQz7M39w-7w
All Platforms: https://everythingyouknow.transistor.fm/
October 30, 2025 at 5:14 PM
In the latest episode of Everything You Know About Disability is Wrong, Lily speaks with voice actor and producer Maria Pendolino! Maria has built a career that works for her body and her needs.
YouTube: https://youtu.be/VQz7M39w-7w
All Platforms: https://everythingyouknow.transistor.fm/
YouTube: https://youtu.be/VQz7M39w-7w
All Platforms: https://everythingyouknow.transistor.fm/
Because of the ongoing government shutdown, 42 million Americans—including many Easterseals participants and families—are days away from losing access to SNAP food assistance.
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Tell Congress: Protect Disability Services, End the Shutdown
Reopen the government and reach a deal that values the disability community
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October 29, 2025 at 10:25 PM
Because of the ongoing government shutdown, 42 million Americans—including many Easterseals participants and families—are days away from losing access to SNAP food assistance.
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If you're going to #DHAtlanta, I'll be at Booth 175 with @easterseals.bsky.social
chatting with folks about our upcoming events highlighting disabled content creators.
Come on by if you want to learn more (and grab some cool swag)! 👋
chatting with folks about our upcoming events highlighting disabled content creators.
Come on by if you want to learn more (and grab some cool swag)! 👋
October 28, 2025 at 2:07 PM
If you're going to #DHAtlanta, I'll be at Booth 175 with @easterseals.bsky.social
chatting with folks about our upcoming events highlighting disabled content creators.
Come on by if you want to learn more (and grab some cool swag)! 👋
chatting with folks about our upcoming events highlighting disabled content creators.
Come on by if you want to learn more (and grab some cool swag)! 👋
In tomorrow’s episode of Everything You Know About Disability Is Wrong, voice actor and advocate Maria Pendolino joins Lily Newton for an honest conversation about pain, resilience, and how anti-fat bias and ableism are intertwined.
Out tomorrow. Watch on YouTube or listen on all platforms.
Out tomorrow. Watch on YouTube or listen on all platforms.
October 29, 2025 at 8:57 PM
In tomorrow’s episode of Everything You Know About Disability Is Wrong, voice actor and advocate Maria Pendolino joins Lily Newton for an honest conversation about pain, resilience, and how anti-fat bias and ableism are intertwined.
Out tomorrow. Watch on YouTube or listen on all platforms.
Out tomorrow. Watch on YouTube or listen on all platforms.
The shutdown threatens the health of millions.
Easterseals DC MD VA CEO Jonathan Horowitch told McKnight’s, programs like SNAP keep communities strong. https://www.mcknightshomecare.com/news/shutdown-threatens-snap-benefits-putting-seniors-aging-in-place-at-risk/
Easterseals DC MD VA CEO Jonathan Horowitch told McKnight’s, programs like SNAP keep communities strong. https://www.mcknightshomecare.com/news/shutdown-threatens-snap-benefits-putting-seniors-aging-in-place-at-risk/
Shutdown threatens SNAP benefits, putting seniors aging in place at risk
States are beginning to worry that the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program will not have enough money to cover benefits in November.
www.mcknightshomecare.com
October 28, 2025 at 8:58 PM
The shutdown threatens the health of millions.
Easterseals DC MD VA CEO Jonathan Horowitch told McKnight’s, programs like SNAP keep communities strong. https://www.mcknightshomecare.com/news/shutdown-threatens-snap-benefits-putting-seniors-aging-in-place-at-risk/
Easterseals DC MD VA CEO Jonathan Horowitch told McKnight’s, programs like SNAP keep communities strong. https://www.mcknightshomecare.com/news/shutdown-threatens-snap-benefits-putting-seniors-aging-in-place-at-risk/
October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month!
Read how HB Threads, part of Easterseals Chicagoland & Greater Rockford empowers employees to gain skills & confidence.
https://www.easterseals.com/about-us/community-stories/custom-gear-real-impact-how-hb-threads-prioritizes-neurodivergent
Read how HB Threads, part of Easterseals Chicagoland & Greater Rockford empowers employees to gain skills & confidence.
https://www.easterseals.com/about-us/community-stories/custom-gear-real-impact-how-hb-threads-prioritizes-neurodivergent
Custom Gear, Real Impact: How HB Threads Prioritizes Neurodivergent Employment
From heat pressing 220 items for the Rockford IceHogs to running pop-up shops, HB Threads employees are making their mark on the Chicago community.
www.easterseals.com
October 17, 2025 at 8:10 PM
October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month!
Read how HB Threads, part of Easterseals Chicagoland & Greater Rockford empowers employees to gain skills & confidence.
https://www.easterseals.com/about-us/community-stories/custom-gear-real-impact-how-hb-threads-prioritizes-neurodivergent
Read how HB Threads, part of Easterseals Chicagoland & Greater Rockford empowers employees to gain skills & confidence.
https://www.easterseals.com/about-us/community-stories/custom-gear-real-impact-how-hb-threads-prioritizes-neurodivergent
Last week, the entire Office of Special Education was illegally eliminated. 7.5 million students with disabilities are at risk.
Tell Congress to rehire OSERS staff now: hq.easterseals.com/3J1FOxo
Tell Congress to rehire OSERS staff now: hq.easterseals.com/3J1FOxo
Fight Special Education Cuts
The rights of special education students is at risk, Everyone who oversaw special education has been fired, Who will protect special education now?
hq.easterseals.com
October 16, 2025 at 8:12 PM
Last week, the entire Office of Special Education was illegally eliminated. 7.5 million students with disabilities are at risk.
Tell Congress to rehire OSERS staff now: hq.easterseals.com/3J1FOxo
Tell Congress to rehire OSERS staff now: hq.easterseals.com/3J1FOxo
The U.S. Dept. of Education has shut down its Office of Special Education—leaving 7.5 million students with disabilities at risk.
These programs have helped children grow for 50 years.
Easterseals calls on the administration and Congress to reinstate these critical IDEA staff and protections.
These programs have helped children grow for 50 years.
Easterseals calls on the administration and Congress to reinstate these critical IDEA staff and protections.
October 14, 2025 at 8:56 PM
The U.S. Dept. of Education has shut down its Office of Special Education—leaving 7.5 million students with disabilities at risk.
These programs have helped children grow for 50 years.
Easterseals calls on the administration and Congress to reinstate these critical IDEA staff and protections.
These programs have helped children grow for 50 years.
Easterseals calls on the administration and Congress to reinstate these critical IDEA staff and protections.
Accessible tech = stronger workplaces
For the 1 in 4 Americans with a disability, tools like speech apps, closed captioning, and adaptive tools help them thrive at work—and make jobs better for everyone. https://www.fastcompany.com/91369604/accessible-technology-is-a-win-win-for-the-workforce
For the 1 in 4 Americans with a disability, tools like speech apps, closed captioning, and adaptive tools help them thrive at work—and make jobs better for everyone. https://www.fastcompany.com/91369604/accessible-technology-is-a-win-win-for-the-workforce
Accessible technology is a win-win for the workforce
For employers navigating a tight labor market and speedy tech adoption, accessible technology is a good business strategy.
www.fastcompany.com
October 14, 2025 at 4:49 PM
Accessible tech = stronger workplaces
For the 1 in 4 Americans with a disability, tools like speech apps, closed captioning, and adaptive tools help them thrive at work—and make jobs better for everyone. https://www.fastcompany.com/91369604/accessible-technology-is-a-win-win-for-the-workforce
For the 1 in 4 Americans with a disability, tools like speech apps, closed captioning, and adaptive tools help them thrive at work—and make jobs better for everyone. https://www.fastcompany.com/91369604/accessible-technology-is-a-win-win-for-the-workforce
18+ million working-age Americans are disabled.
But only 7 million are employed — talent is being left out.
Show your support this #NDEAM with Know the Facts merch: http://hq.easterseals.com/45lkKu7
But only 7 million are employed — talent is being left out.
Show your support this #NDEAM with Know the Facts merch: http://hq.easterseals.com/45lkKu7
October 10, 2025 at 2:07 PM
18+ million working-age Americans are disabled.
But only 7 million are employed — talent is being left out.
Show your support this #NDEAM with Know the Facts merch: http://hq.easterseals.com/45lkKu7
But only 7 million are employed — talent is being left out.
Show your support this #NDEAM with Know the Facts merch: http://hq.easterseals.com/45lkKu7
Why DAF? Immediate tax benefits + lasting support for Easterseals services nationwide. Smart giving, real impact. #DAFday
https://hq.easterseals.com/4pLG3NI
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October 9, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Why DAF? Immediate tax benefits + lasting support for Easterseals services nationwide. Smart giving, real impact. #DAFday
https://hq.easterseals.com/4pLG3NI
@thegivingblock.com
https://hq.easterseals.com/4pLG3NI
@thegivingblock.com
#NDEAM Disabled employees bring creative problem-solving, fresh perspectives, and skills that help teams thrive.
1 in 4 American adults has a disability. Accessible workplaces are good for everyone. https://www.fastcompany.com/91219355/hiring-people-with-disabilities-makes-organizations-stronger
1 in 4 American adults has a disability. Accessible workplaces are good for everyone. https://www.fastcompany.com/91219355/hiring-people-with-disabilities-makes-organizations-stronger
Hiring people with disabilities makes organizations stronger
In much of the discussion around diversity and inclusion in the workplace, there is one group that is often left out of the conversation: people with disabilities.
www.fastcompany.com
October 7, 2025 at 4:49 PM
#NDEAM Disabled employees bring creative problem-solving, fresh perspectives, and skills that help teams thrive.
1 in 4 American adults has a disability. Accessible workplaces are good for everyone. https://www.fastcompany.com/91219355/hiring-people-with-disabilities-makes-organizations-stronger
1 in 4 American adults has a disability. Accessible workplaces are good for everyone. https://www.fastcompany.com/91219355/hiring-people-with-disabilities-makes-organizations-stronger
Oct 9 is #DAFday! Your smart giving creates life-changing impact today and ensures Easterseals can be there for generations to come.
Learn more about supporting Easterseals with your DAF: https://hq.easterseals.com/4pLG3NI
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Learn more about supporting Easterseals with your DAF: https://hq.easterseals.com/4pLG3NI
@thegivingblock.com
October 6, 2025 at 5:12 PM
Oct 9 is #DAFday! Your smart giving creates life-changing impact today and ensures Easterseals can be there for generations to come.
Learn more about supporting Easterseals with your DAF: https://hq.easterseals.com/4pLG3NI
@thegivingblock.com
Learn more about supporting Easterseals with your DAF: https://hq.easterseals.com/4pLG3NI
@thegivingblock.com
Shout out to our Easterseals NH team! Their new Military & Veterans Campus is open, with affordable housing and a service hub for veterans and their families — a meaningful step forward in honoring those who served.
www.laconiadailysun.com/news/local/e...
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Easterseals opens new veteran campus in Franklin, with plans for Phase II already in the works
FRANKLIN — Focused on the well-being of Granite State veterans, Easterseals New Hampshire recently completed and opened a new 15-acre campus of housing and other services.
www.laconiadailysun.com
October 2, 2025 at 6:53 PM
Shout out to our Easterseals NH team! Their new Military & Veterans Campus is open, with affordable housing and a service hub for veterans and their families — a meaningful step forward in honoring those who served.
www.laconiadailysun.com/news/local/e...
www.laconiadailysun.com/news/local/e...
This #NDEAM, remember: Disability is relatable. Every workplace is stronger when accessibility is prioritized.
Easterseals connects people with job training and employers because addressing barriers benefits everyone.
Wear the message: http://hq.easterseals.com/45lkKu7
Easterseals connects people with job training and employers because addressing barriers benefits everyone.
Wear the message: http://hq.easterseals.com/45lkKu7
October 1, 2025 at 4:28 PM
This #NDEAM, remember: Disability is relatable. Every workplace is stronger when accessibility is prioritized.
Easterseals connects people with job training and employers because addressing barriers benefits everyone.
Wear the message: http://hq.easterseals.com/45lkKu7
Easterseals connects people with job training and employers because addressing barriers benefits everyone.
Wear the message: http://hq.easterseals.com/45lkKu7
Oct 9 is #DAFday!
Your smart giving creates life-changing impact today and ensures Easterseals can be there for generations to come.
https://hq.easterseals.com/4pLG3NI
Your smart giving creates life-changing impact today and ensures Easterseals can be there for generations to come.
https://hq.easterseals.com/4pLG3NI
September 30, 2025 at 5:06 PM
Oct 9 is #DAFday!
Your smart giving creates life-changing impact today and ensures Easterseals can be there for generations to come.
https://hq.easterseals.com/4pLG3NI
Your smart giving creates life-changing impact today and ensures Easterseals can be there for generations to come.
https://hq.easterseals.com/4pLG3NI
Rising autism diagnoses reflect progress, not a new crisis. We are committed to connecting people to therapies, education, & opportunities so autistic people & families thrive.
https://www.easterseals.com/about-us/newsroom/easterseals-news/easterseals-ceo-kendra-davenport-statement-on-trump-autism
https://www.easterseals.com/about-us/newsroom/easterseals-news/easterseals-ceo-kendra-davenport-statement-on-trump-autism
Easterseals CEO Kendra Davenport Statement on Trump Autism Announcement
Individualized, respectful supports help families thrive.
www.easterseals.com
September 22, 2025 at 10:06 PM
Rising autism diagnoses reflect progress, not a new crisis. We are committed to connecting people to therapies, education, & opportunities so autistic people & families thrive.
https://www.easterseals.com/about-us/newsroom/easterseals-news/easterseals-ceo-kendra-davenport-statement-on-trump-autism
https://www.easterseals.com/about-us/newsroom/easterseals-news/easterseals-ceo-kendra-davenport-statement-on-trump-autism
Every community depends on disability programs. They support veterans, older adults, children, caregivers and the strength of our economy.
Congress is finalizing the budget now. Tell Congress: protect disability programs.
https://easterseals.quorum.us/campaign/140582/
Congress is finalizing the budget now. Tell Congress: protect disability programs.
https://easterseals.quorum.us/campaign/140582/
Disability Programs Are Under Threat!
Congress Must Protect Disability Programs
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September 18, 2025 at 9:28 PM
Every community depends on disability programs. They support veterans, older adults, children, caregivers and the strength of our economy.
Congress is finalizing the budget now. Tell Congress: protect disability programs.
https://easterseals.quorum.us/campaign/140582/
Congress is finalizing the budget now. Tell Congress: protect disability programs.
https://easterseals.quorum.us/campaign/140582/
For Alicia Krage, smart tech like Meta AI Glasses helps her share photos, swap travel stories, and laugh with friends just like anyone else.
Her story reminds us: Disability is relatable.
https://www.easterseals.com/about-us/community-stories/beyond-barriers-how-ai-and-smart-tech-are-bridging-gap
Her story reminds us: Disability is relatable.
https://www.easterseals.com/about-us/community-stories/beyond-barriers-how-ai-and-smart-tech-are-bridging-gap
Beyond Barriers: How AI and Smart Tech Are Bridging the Gap
How AI and smart tech for blind users are transforming my daily life, strengthening relationships, and proving that shared experiences connect us all.
www.easterseals.com
September 17, 2025 at 10:10 PM
For Alicia Krage, smart tech like Meta AI Glasses helps her share photos, swap travel stories, and laugh with friends just like anyone else.
Her story reminds us: Disability is relatable.
https://www.easterseals.com/about-us/community-stories/beyond-barriers-how-ai-and-smart-tech-are-bridging-gap
Her story reminds us: Disability is relatable.
https://www.easterseals.com/about-us/community-stories/beyond-barriers-how-ai-and-smart-tech-are-bridging-gap