Stories of Hope
Added Technology in Classrooms
We were able to implement added access to technology in our Head Start classrooms by providing each student with their own Chromebook in the classroom.
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Israel Zooms On!
As the COVID-19 pandemic lingers, we’ve had countless challenges: work, school, health, finances… Many of us are facing wellness setbacks coupled with increased isolation and anxiety than ever before. Check out how Israel fights to Zoom on throughout quarantine!
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Working to Ensure Access for Seniors Amid a Pandemic
At ESSF accessibility is a priority. Our staff work to find creative solutions to provide service to our seniors with memory & cognitive issues. Every day we are prepared to fight new challenges. We make sure that all our seniors are healthy & safe. Over 2,452 reassurance calls, have enabled us to identify needs & work to fulfill them.
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Dog is a Senior's Best Friend
With assistance from Easterseals South Florida, Martha received a Robotic Pet from The Florida Department of Elder Affairs to provide companionship.
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Seniors Go Virtual
Thanks to a generous donation from Bank of America Charitable Foundation COVID-19 Community Response Grant, senior like Beatriz can continue to receive services virtually.
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Distance Learning at its Best
Esteban (13) & Samuel (15) attend ESSF Culinary Arts middle school & high school (for children with disabilities) as well as the aftercare program sponsored by The Children’s Trust. The brothers are only too happy to show off their culinary skills from home. Remote learning helps the brothers' follow their familiar routines which they both enjoy thoroughly. This week's activity meal was a Peanut Butter and Banana Sandwich which the boys made while mom proudly filmed their masterpiece. Watch Esteban’s and Samuel’s culinary video and I’m sure you’ll agree that they did an amazing job!
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Joshua Makes Great Strides
Joshua, who is diagnosed with Downs Syndrome, first stepped through the doors of Easterseals South Florida in 2010. At that time, he couldn’t communicate, was nonverbal and would throw himself to the floor.
After four years, Joshua, age 20, has incredible skills including operating the dishwasher, sweeping, mopping, table setting, cooking and serving with minimal assistance. He has become very independent and finishes his job.
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Great Progress for Jonathan
When Jonathan first came to Easter Seals South Florida, he recognized only a few numbers and letters and didn't have many social skills. After a few years of working with Jonathan, he has come so far.
Now,at age 11, he is reading chapter books, answering questions and is excelling in math.
He can add with three digits, measure, and is working on place value. Jonathon has learned all of the months and holidays, and understands their meaning. Most importantly, his social skills have improved dramatically.
Easterseals South Florida is proud of Jonathan’s accomplishments in the classroom. We look forward to continued progress for this sensitive and caring student!
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A Picture Says A Thousand Words
Betty's career as a professional photographer is something she keeps alive in her memory. Through her landscape photos taken in the 1980's in Colombia, she can vividly recount her experiences. Betty shares her stories in the "Memory Gym" at Easterseals South Florida's Adult Day Care.
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