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Community Stories

Our community stories showcase the vital services Easterseals Southern California provides and the impact we have on the lives of individuals and families throughout Southern California.

Easterseals Opens New Head Start Center in Encinitas

Dec. 22, 2025

Easterseals SoCal opens a new Head Start Center in Encinitas, offering early learning, family support, and brighter futures for children ages 0–5.
Easterseals Ends 2025 With Kindness, Connection & Community

Dec. 18, 2025

Easterseals SoCal spreads joy with a 2025 Kindness Challenge, uniting teams through fun activities, shared compassion, and connections that last all year.
Sensory-Friendly Santa Visits Easterseals Autism Therapy Services

Dec. 18, 2025

A sensory-friendly Santa brought holiday magic to Valencia, creating a calm, inclusive experience where every child could feel the joy of the season.
Alfred’s Journey: Learning, Growing and Gaining Independence

After losing his vision at eight, Alfred found empowerment through Easterseals and the Braille Institute—embracing lifelong learning and independence.
Easterseals Accessible Toy Guide for the Holidays

Dec. 2, 2025

Easterseals Disability Services helps parents this holiday season with its Accessible Toy Guide featuring inclusive, sensory-friendly gifts.
Passion Meets Purpose: Monica’s Career Growth at Easterseals

Monica’s path to Easterseals SoCal is fueled by family, resilience, and disability advocacy—her story inspires inclusion and hope.
Makena Achieves Sweet Success!

Her love of treats turns into an exciting new career at Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory with help from Easterseals WorkFirst Employment Services.
Support From WorkFirst is a Game Changer for Michael

With support from WorkFirst, Michael transformed his gaming passion into a rewarding career at Retro Games Plus, gaining confidence, purpose, and independence.
A ‘Head Start’ to Success: One Family’s Journey with Easterseals

Discover how Child Development Services has supported a mom and her daughter through many stages of life.
Jameson Has ‘Quite the Moves’ at Easterseal’s Early Head Start Program

Discover how Easterseals’ Head Start turned challenges into pure joy for Jameson—now a thriving preschooler eager to learn, make friends, and dance every day.
Easterseals Superfans Celebrate Inclusion at SoFi Stadium

Nov. 18, 2025

The L.A. Chargers partnered with Easterseals for an unforgettable Salute to Service game at SoFi Stadium, celebrating disability inclusion and community pride.
Now More Than Ever, Fire Safety is Critical for Families With Autism

Nov. 12, 2025

Families with autism can stay safe year-round. Learn essential fire safety tips that make preparation easier, calmer and more effective.