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Embracing Abilities. Expanding Possibilities.

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A Place in the Classroom: Seth's Story

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How HB Threads and the Chicago White Sox Are Making a Difference

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How I Discovered My Life’s Purpose: Tanya's Story

Our Mission

We transform the lives of early learners and individuals of all abilities through access to expert educational, family, and community support.

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Our work

We have two pillars of work: Early Learning and Disability.

Early Learning

We maximize potential for children of all abilities from birth to age 5 with high-quality early learning.

Early Intervention Child & Family Connections
Family Support Services
Head Start and Early Head Start
Partnering with Parents
Teen Family Support

Disability

We expand possibilities for individuals with disabilities through support, education, and employment opportunities.

Easterseals Academy
HB Threads
Illinois Autism Partnership (IAP)
The Autism Program at Easterseals

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Our blog shares the stories of the people—families, children, and staff— touched by our services and mission.

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  • 06/16/2025

How HB Threads and the Chicago White Sox Are Making a Difference

At HB Threads, we've always believed in the power of meaningful work and the importance of community. That's why we're incredibly proud of our partnership with the Chicago White Sox.

Blog
  • 08/28/2025

A Storytelling Journey for Learners of All Abilities: Easterseals Academy Time Capsule Project

This summer, Easterseals Serving Chicagoland and Greater Rockford (ECR) partnered with Once Upon Our Time Capsule to bring an innovative, inclusive storytelling experience to Easterseals Academy students.

Blog
  • 08/08/2025

White Sox Youth Baseball Camp Hits a Home Run!

Easterseals Academy students had an unforgettable experience at our recent White Sox Youth Baseball Camp at Easterseals Academy's Chicago and Tinley Park Campuses!

Blog
  • 07/30/2025

A Place in the Classroom: Seth's Story

With the right support system, a student once isolated from his peers found his way back to learning and belonging.

Blog
  • 06/16/2025

How HB Threads and the Chicago White Sox Are Making a Difference

At HB Threads, we've always believed in the power of meaningful work and the importance of community. That's why we're incredibly proud of our partnership with the Chicago White Sox.

Blog
  • 08/28/2025

A Storytelling Journey for Learners of All Abilities: Easterseals Academy Time Capsule Project

This summer, Easterseals Serving Chicagoland and Greater Rockford (ECR) partnered with Once Upon Our Time Capsule to bring an innovative, inclusive storytelling experience to Easterseals Academy students.

Blog
  • 08/08/2025

White Sox Youth Baseball Camp Hits a Home Run!

Easterseals Academy students had an unforgettable experience at our recent White Sox Youth Baseball Camp at Easterseals Academy's Chicago and Tinley Park Campuses!

Blog
  • 07/30/2025

A Place in the Classroom: Seth's Story

With the right support system, a student once isolated from his peers found his way back to learning and belonging.

Blog
  • 06/16/2025

How HB Threads and the Chicago White Sox Are Making a Difference

At HB Threads, we've always believed in the power of meaningful work and the importance of community. That's why we're incredibly proud of our partnership with the Chicago White Sox.

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08.28.2025

A Storytelling Journey for Learners of All Abilities: Easterseals Academy Time Capsule Project

08.08.2025

White Sox Youth Baseball Camp Hits a Home Run!

07.30.2025

A Place in the Classroom: Seth's Story

06.16.2025

How HB Threads and the Chicago White Sox Are Making a Difference

05.12.2025

What Head Start Gave Me: Jazmin's Story

05.12.2025

How I Discovered My Life’s Purpose: Tanya's Story

04.28.2025

JP's Journey with Easterseals

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