Community Stories
Our community stories highlight the essential services Easterseals provides and the difference we make in the lives of 1.5 million people each year. Learn from and share perspectives from people with disabilities, service providers, parents, caregivers, veterans, and more.
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Confidence Starts with Community: How I Navigate the World with My Blind Friends
Growing up blind, I learned that confidence comes from community. From navigating solo flights to reading mail, fellow blind allies offer understanding. -
More Than Just Ramps: How Bus Accessibility Ended Decades of Isolation
In the 1980s, no Chicago buses were wheelchair accessible. The campaign to change that did more than add ramps—it fostered understanding. -
Online Dating with a Disability: App Accessibility and Transportation
Dating with a disability can with challenges, from lack of accessible transportation to online dating concerns. Alicia describes her experience as a blind woman. -
Navigating Isolation and Ableism During the Holidays
The holidays can amplify feelings of isolation for disabled individuals. Learn how to combat ableism and foster welcoming spaces to create a more supportive community for all.
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Finding Community in Gaming and Discord
Online communities, like ES Gaming's Discord, empower disabled gamers. Learn about accessible gaming and the importance of welcoming digital spaces. -
When Will Freedom be Mine?
Navigating life with cerebral palsy, the journey is about adapting, advocating, and embracing one's full self. The pursuit of hope and freedom involves striving for self-acceptance, while also acknowledging the challenges faced. -
Different is Not Wrong: Mental Health and Neurodivergence
Mental illness and neurodivergence are often misunderstood. Learn how embracing differences and advocating for acceptance can enrich our society. -
Jet Speed on Accessible Air Travel
Major airlines in the United States break or destroy 31 wheelchairs every single day. Join Easterseals in helping make sure planes connect everyone to family and friends, to opportunity, and to possibilities. -
In Celebration of Judy Heumann
Honoring Judith Heumann, a lifelong advocate for disability rights whose impact on accessibility continues to inspire generations. -
Airport Anxiety: The Importance of Transportation Options for People with Disabilities
If you’ve read my posts here on the Easterseals National blog, you know that I love sharing travel stories, especially new experiences. -
A Grateful Mindset: Reflecting on My Experiences During the Pandemic
For Alicia, hardship transformed into gratitude during the pandemic. She shares how virtual connections and travel with precautions impacted her life. -
How My Family Helps Me Feel Supported
A personal reflection on how family support fosters empowerment for a person with disabilities.
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