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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

Together, We Expand What's Possible

Every milestone our children and families reach is made possible by the generosity of our supporters and Mission Partners. Their support fuels access to life-changing education, therapy, and care for individuals or all abilities across Chicagoland and Greater Rockford.

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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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  • 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!

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  • 10/08/2025

A Journey of Resilience and Joy: Alysha's Story

When Christine and Lou adopted their daughter Alysha from Bulgaria, they struggled to find the right support for her trauma and learning needs—until they discovered Easterseals Academy. Through compassionate, trauma-informed care, Alysha gained confidence, joy, and independence, inspiring her parents to make a legacy gift so more children can thrive as she has.

Blog
  • 09/29/2025

Q&A with Easterseals Serving Chicagoland and Greater Rockford's Board Member, Gary Kohn

Architect Gary Kohn first connected with Easterseals in 2003 while designing the Easterseals Academy in Chicago. What began as a professional project grew into a lasting commitment—Gary has now served nearly 10 years on the ECR Board of Directors.

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  • 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
  • 10/08/2025

A Journey of Resilience and Joy: Alysha's Story

When Christine and Lou adopted their daughter Alysha from Bulgaria, they struggled to find the right support for her trauma and learning needs—until they discovered Easterseals Academy. Through compassionate, trauma-informed care, Alysha gained confidence, joy, and independence, inspiring her parents to make a legacy gift so more children can thrive as she has.

Blog
  • 09/29/2025

Q&A with Easterseals Serving Chicagoland and Greater Rockford's Board Member, Gary Kohn

Architect Gary Kohn first connected with Easterseals in 2003 while designing the Easterseals Academy in Chicago. What began as a professional project grew into a lasting commitment—Gary has now served nearly 10 years on the ECR Board of Directors.

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!

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10.08.2025

A Journey of Resilience and Joy: Alysha's Story

09.29.2025

Q&A with Easterseals Serving Chicagoland and Greater Rockford's Board Member, Gary Kohn

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

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