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From its very concept, language, and design, through to its launch, this campaign is built by people with disabilities.</p> <a class="btn btn-primary btn-lg" href="https://www.disabilitypride.com/" role="button">Learn More</a> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section>  <section class="tagline white text-center"> <div class="container"> <div class="row"> <div class="col-md-12"> <h2 class="section-heading">Our Purpose</h2> <p><span style="color: #000000; font-family: Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; display: inline !important; float: none;">Easterseals is leading the way to full equity, inclusion and access through life-changing disability and community services. For more than 100 years, we have worked tirelessly with our partners to enhance quality of life and expand local access to healthcare, education and employment opportunities.</span></p> </div> </div> </div> </section> <script>console.log('https://www.easterseals.com/southerncal');</script>  <section class="office blue"> <span class="arrow-down"></span> <div class="container"> <h2 class="section-heading text-center">Show Me Information For</h2>  <ul class="nav nav-pills justify-content-center"> <li class="nav-item"> <a class="btn btn-primary" href="https://www.easterseals.com/southerncal/programs-and-services/childrens-services/">Children</a> </li> <li class="nav-item"> <a class="btn btn-primary" href="https://www.easterseals.com/southerncal/programs-and-services/adult-services/">Adults</a> </li> <li class="nav-item"> <a class="btn btn-primary" href="https://www.easterseals.com/southerncal/programs-and-services/senior-services/">Seniors</a> </li> </ul> <div class="card middle"> <div class="card-body"> <h3>Disability is NOT a Dirty Word PSA</h3> <div class="card-text"><p>Our Disability is Not a Dirty Word campaign aims to celebrate disability awareness. The campaign appears in both English and Spanish throughout Southern California.</p></div> <a href="https://www.disabilitypride.com/" class="btn btn-primary">Learn More</a> </div> <img class="card-img-middle" src="https://www.easterseals.com/southerncal/shared-components/image-library/jeffrey-yip-psa.png" alt="" /> <div class="card-body"> <h3 class="card-title">Contact Us</h3> <p>Easterseals Southern California</p> <p class="card-text">1063 McGaw Avenue, Suite 100<br>Irvine, CA 92614<br>Phone: 714-834-1111</p> <a href="https://www.easterseals.com/southerncal/connect-locally/" class="view-other">View our other locations</a> <a href="https://www.easterseals.com/southerncal/about-us/contact-us/" class="btn btn-primary">Contact us Online</a> </div> </div> </div> </section>  <style> .content-order { display: -webkit-box; display: -ms-flexbox; display: flex; -webkit-box-orient: vertical; -webkit-box-direction: normal; -ms-flex-direction: column; flex-direction: column; } .content-order 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Ducks!</a> </div>  <div class="CustomText"> Easterseals is thrilled to announce a new partnership with the Anaheim Ducks as their official disability inclusion partner. </div>  <div class="clearLeft"></div> </div><div class="teaserFollow">  <div class="teaserImage"> <img width="120" src="https://secure.easterseals.com/custom/graphic/1146260229.custom.jpg" alt="Floreo's CEO Vijay Ravindran standing with Easterseals Clinical Director Paula Pompa Craven" class="teaserImage" /> </div>  <div class="CustomHeadline"> <a href="https://esscblog.com/partnerships/floreo-vr/" >Revolutionizing Autism Services with Virtual Reality</a> </div>  <div class="CustomText"> Easterseals is collaborating with Floreo VR on a virtual reality solution to help people with autism safely use transportation. </div>  <div class="clearLeft"></div> </div> <div class="teaserFollow">  <div class="teaserImage"> <img width="120" src="https://secure.easterseals.com/custom/graphic/274549564.custom.jpg" alt="A orange and blue graphic that says "2024 Empowerment" " class="teaserImage" /> </div>  <div class="CustomHeadline"> <a href="https://www.easterseals.com/southerncal/ways-to-give/2024-empowerment-campaign.html" >Your Gift, Empowering Others</a> </div>  <div class="CustomText"> A year-end gift of any amount fuels the expansion of groundbreaking services that support children and adults with disabilities throughout Southern California. </div>  <div class="clearLeft"></div> </div> <div class="teaserFollow">  <div class="teaserImage"> <img width="120" src="https://secure.easterseals.com/custom/graphic/1338778063.custom.JPG" alt="A photo of a group of people walking through the Angel Stadium wearing orange shirts with the Strides jumpotron." class="teaserImage" /> </div>  <div class="CustomHeadline"> <a href="https://esscblog.com/advancement/strides-for-disability/" >Strides for Disability Raises $180K</a> </div>  <div class="CustomText"> Take a look at highlights from Easterseals' most successful Strides for Disability yet at Angel Stadium. </div>  <div class="clearLeft"></div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="tab-pane fade" id="blog" role="tabpanel" aria-labelledby="blog-tab"> <h2 class="section-heading text-center">Recent Posts From</h2> <h3 class="text-center">Easterseals Southern California</h3> <div id="rss-970052544" style="display: inline;"> <div class="blog-post card left"> <img class="card-img-left" src="https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/Easterseals_Strides_10-19-2024_735-150x150.jpg" alt="image" /> <div class="card-body"> <a href="https://esscblog.com/advancement/strides-for-disability/" class="card-link">Easterseals Southern California Raises $180,000 at 24th Annual ‘Strides for Disability’</a> <p class="card-subtitle">November 14, 2024</p> <p class="card-text">On October 19, 2024, Easterseals Southern California hosted its most successful Strides for Disabili…</p> <div class="card-text content-encoded" style="display:none"><div class="fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling" style='background-color: #ffffff;background-position: center center;background-repeat: no-repeat;padding-top:30px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:30px;padding-left:0px;'><div class="fusion-builder-row fusion-row "><div class="fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion_builder_column_1_1 fusion-one-full fusion-column-first fusion-column-last 1_1" style='margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:20px;'> <div class="fusion-column-wrapper" style="padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;" data-bg-url=""> <div class="fusion-text"><p>On October 19, 2024, <a href="https://www.easterseals.com/southerncal/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Easterseals Southern California</a> hosted its most successful Strides for Disability 3K/5K event to-date; a sell-out that surpassed all fundraising goals. Held at a new venue—Angel Stadium in Anaheim—this year’s event gave participants the unique opportunity to walk, run, or roll through the stadium and even see themselves on the jumbotron.</p> <p>Before the race began, attendees enjoyed free breakfast burritos and visited vendor booths, which featured games, face painting, trick-or-treating, pumpkin decorating, and so much more. Attendees were also treated to a fun warm up and performance by the award-winning Rollettes.</p> <p>More than 1,300 individuals came together and helped raise over $180,000 at the 2024 Strides for Disability walk. The funds raised from Strides will directly benefit our disability and community services, so that we can continue to empower individuals and families across our Southern California communities in innovative new ways.</p> </div><div class="fusion-image-carousel fusion-image-carousel-auto lightbox-enabled fusion-carousel-border"><div class="fusion-carousel" data-autoplay="no" data-columns="3" data-itemmargin="13" data-itemwidth="180" data-touchscroll="no" data-imagesize="auto"><div class="fusion-carousel-positioner"><ul class="fusion-carousel-holder"><li class="fusion-carousel-item"><div class="fusion-carousel-item-wrapper"><div class="fusion-image-wrapper hover-type-none"><a data-rel="iLightbox[gallery_image_1]" data-title="Easterseals_Strides_10-19-2024_442" aria-label="Easterseals_Strides_10-19-2024_442" href="https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/Easterseals_Strides_10-19-2024_442-scaled.jpg" target="_self"><img width="2560" height="1707" 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class="fusion-nav-next"></span></div></div></div></div><div class="fusion-text"><h3>Check Out the Strides 2024 Recap Video</h3> <div class="video-shortcode"><iframe title="Strides for Disability 2024 Recap!" width="1100" height="619" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/Qfibo4AzijQ?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></div> <h3><strong>Thank You to Our Sponsors</strong></h3> <p><strong>Marathon Sponsors: $5,000 </strong></p> <ul> <li>ABA Enhancement</li> <li>American Business Bank</li> <li>Banc of California</li> <li>Board Members Mark Bertrand and Artie Southam</li> <li>Bernards</li> <li>T-Mobile</li> </ul> <p><strong>Distance Sponsors: $2,500 </strong></p> <ul> <li>Bank of America</li> <li>California Telecom</li> <li>CAPTRUST</li> <li>Envision NonProfit</li> <li>Fraternal Order of the Police</li> <li>James and Gable Insurance Brokers</li> </ul> <p><strong>Plaza In-Kind Donors: </strong></p> <ul> <li>AAA</li> <li>Albertsons/Vons/Pavilions</li> <li>Anaheim Ducks</li> <li>CVS Pharmacy</li> <li>LATHER</li> <li>Los Angeles Angels</li> <li>Banana Boat</li> <li>Century 21 Desert Rock</li> <li>Yakult</li> </ul> <p><strong>Congratulations to our top fundraising teams:</strong></p> <ul> <li>1st Place: Amway Nutrilite DreamMakers!</li> <li>2nd Place: The Cash Flow Crusaders — Easterseals Finance Team</li> <li>3rd Place: Artie Southam’s Team — Joey, Topa, Nugget, and Family</li> <li>4th Place: The Morris Clan, Team Captain and Board Member Claudia Villamizar!</li> </ul> <p>These contributions create a solid foundation that allows us to make a real difference, and we are so grateful to each and every business and individual for coming out to support Easterseals.</p> <p>2025 will mark the 25<sup>th</sup> anniversary of Strides for Disability! 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https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024-SCPC-Strides-for-Disabilities-MSO18350-300x200.jpg 300w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024-SCPC-Strides-for-Disabilities-MSO18350-400x267.jpg 400w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024-SCPC-Strides-for-Disabilities-MSO18350-500x334.jpg 500w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024-SCPC-Strides-for-Disabilities-MSO18350-600x400.jpg 600w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024-SCPC-Strides-for-Disabilities-MSO18350-700x467.jpg 700w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024-SCPC-Strides-for-Disabilities-MSO18350-768x512.jpg 768w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024-SCPC-Strides-for-Disabilities-MSO18350-800x534.jpg 800w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024-SCPC-Strides-for-Disabilities-MSO18350-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2024-SCPC-Strides-for-Disabilities-MSO18350-1200x800.jpg 1200w, 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href="https://esscblog.com/partnerships/floreo-vr/" class="card-link">Easterseals Uses Virtual Reality to Support People with Autism</a> <p class="card-subtitle">November 13, 2024</p> <p class="card-text">Easterseals Southern California’s Autism Services has been collaborating with a company called Flore…</p> <div class="card-text content-encoded" style="display:none"><p>Easterseals Southern California’s <a href="https://www.easterseals.com/southerncal/programs-and-services/autism-asd-services/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Autism Services</a> has been collaborating with a company called <a href="https://floreovr.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Floreo VR</a> on a virtual reality solution to help people with autism safely use transportation. Recently, that technology won T-Mobile’s prestigious “Unconventional Award” for its innovative use of 5G technology. Here’s a look at what’s happening and what’s ahead.</p> <p><strong>The Challenge Being Addressed </strong></p> <p>For those with autism, a trip in the family car can expose challenges and triggers, making it unsafe for everyone involved. Of course, access to transportation is a critical component of inclusion for people with autism.</p> <p>“It’s how we get to work, attend appointments, visit with family or socialize,” says Dr. Paula Pompa-Craven, Easterseals Chief Clinical Officer. “But preparing individuals with autism to safely navigate streets, cars, and public transportation may sometimes present complex challenges.”</p> <p>For example, some people with autism have trouble keeping on their seatbelts. In addition, anything from traffic, stopping at a stoplight, or even a driver having to take a different route can be a trigger. Some Easterseals participants will not leave their home or ride in a car.</p> <p>These barriers put people with autism at risk for a wide range of negative health and quality-of-life outcomes.</p> <div id="attachment_14612" style="width: 381px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-14612" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-14612" src="https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/T-Mobile-Group-Photo-1-300x177.jpg" alt="" width="371" height="219" srcset="https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/T-Mobile-Group-Photo-1-200x118.jpg 200w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/T-Mobile-Group-Photo-1-300x177.jpg 300w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/T-Mobile-Group-Photo-1-400x236.jpg 400w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/T-Mobile-Group-Photo-1-500x295.jpg 500w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/T-Mobile-Group-Photo-1-600x354.jpg 600w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/T-Mobile-Group-Photo-1-700x413.jpg 700w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/T-Mobile-Group-Photo-1-768x453.jpg 768w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/T-Mobile-Group-Photo-1-800x472.jpg 800w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/T-Mobile-Group-Photo-1-1024x604.jpg 1024w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/T-Mobile-Group-Photo-1-1200x708.jpg 1200w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/T-Mobile-Group-Photo-1-1536x907.jpg 1536w" sizes="(max-width: 371px) 100vw, 371px" /><p id="caption-attachment-14612" class="wp-caption-text"><em>The Unconventional Awards recognize organizations that use T-Mobile’s 5G network to solve real-world problems in a creative way. Easterseals was honored with the first-place award in the “Customer Experience” category.</em></p></div> <p><strong>Virtual Reality for Autism: A Game-Changer</strong></p> <p>VR technology is a game-changer in this area because it creates an opportunity for people to practice skills ahead of time, in an immersive and safe way.</p> <p>With Floreo and Easterseal’s virtual reality solution, children and adults can take a virtual journey to get a preview of the transportation they’ll be using. They can encounter the same triggers they’ll find in the real world and, working with a clinician, they can safely practice skills to reduce dangerous behaviors.</p> <p>Because this technology is being used in a clinically rigorous setting, researchers and clinicians will—for the first time—be able to assess and create treatment plans for the behaviors associated with autism in transportation settings. It will also help researchers and clinicians track progress and individualize approaches to skill building.</p> <p>To further advance this research, Easterseals has joined Floreo’s Scientific Advisory Board as a leading member.</p> <div id="attachment_14611" style="width: 235px" class="wp-caption alignright"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-14611" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-14611 size-medium" src="https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/Image-31-225x300.jpg" alt="" width="225" height="300" srcset="https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/Image-31-200x267.jpg 200w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/Image-31-225x300.jpg 225w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/Image-31-400x533.jpg 400w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/Image-31-500x667.jpg 500w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/Image-31-600x800.jpg 600w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/Image-31-700x933.jpg 700w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/Image-31-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/Image-31-800x1067.jpg 800w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/Image-31-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/Image-31-1200x1600.jpg 1200w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/Image-31-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/Image-31-scaled.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px" /><p id="caption-attachment-14611" class="wp-caption-text"><em>Through virtual reality, individuals can practice every step of the transportation journey.</em></p></div> <p><strong>What’s Ahead</strong></p> <p>The program could have a tremendous impact over time by making medical visits less challenging and promoting inclusion for people with autism in ways most of us take for granted.</p> <p>Easterseals Southern California is exploring even more topic areas with Floreo, including safe street crossing, communication, and social skills.</p> <p>“Together, we are working to create a world where neurodiverse individuals can practice life, communication, and social skills in a safe, virtual environment, preparing them to navigate real-world situations with confidence and independence,” said Vijay Ravindran, CEO of Floreo.</p> <p>“This directly supports our mission to achieve full equity, inclusion and access for the people we support,” says Paula. “We want to give people the tools to enhance their independence, as well as their quality of life.”</p> <p><a href="https://www.easterseals.com/southerncal/news-and-stories/news/vr-autism-tools.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Read more</a> about the award and our partnership with Floreo VR.</p> <p>To learn more about Easterseals <a href="https://www.easterseals.com/southerncal/programs-and-services/autism-asd-services/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Autism Therapy Services</a>, visit our website.</p> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://esscblog.com/partnerships/floreo-vr/">Easterseals Uses Virtual Reality to Support People with Autism</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://esscblog.com">Easterseals Southern California Blog</a>.</p></div> </div> </div> <div class="blog-post card left"> <img class="card-img-left" src="https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/Copy-of-Untitled-Design-150x150.jpg" alt="image" /> <div class="card-body"> <a href="https://esscblog.com/programs/workfirst-employment-services/career-development/" class="card-link">Why Hiring Through Easterseals Employment Services Has Enhanced Our Business</a> <p class="card-subtitle">October 25, 2024</p> <p class="card-text">In recognition of National Disability Employment Awareness Month, we invited Kyle Onstott, CEO of Ma…</p> <div class="card-text content-encoded" style="display:none"><div class="fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling" style='background-color: #ffffff;background-position: center center;background-repeat: no-repeat;padding-top:30px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:30px;padding-left:0px;'><div class="fusion-builder-row fusion-row "><div class="fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion_builder_column_1_1 fusion-one-full fusion-column-first fusion-column-last 1_1" style='margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;'> <div class="fusion-column-wrapper" style="padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;" data-bg-url=""> <div class="fusion-text"><p><em>In recognition of National Disability Employment Awareness Month, we invited Kyle Onstott, CEO of </em><a href="https://www.marketingempiregroup.com/about" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><em>Marketing Empire Group</em></a><em> (MEG), to share his experience with Easterseals Southern California. In this guest blog post, Kyle reflects on hiring Connor, a video editor who secured his position at MEG through our Customized Employment Services. Kyle highlights how Connor’s work ethic and professional growth have positively impacted MEG’s culture and success. You can read more about Connor’s journey <a href="https://www.easterseals.com/southerncal/news-and-stories/stories-of-success/spotlights/workfirst-employment-services/career-development.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a>. (Credit for Connor’s photo above right: Jaspreet Singh)</em></p> <p><em>Written by Kyle Onstott, CEO of Marketing Empire Group </em></p> <p>At Marketing Empire Group (MEG), we are a faith-based organization that believes every individual is created with purpose, and part of our mission is to foster a team where that purpose can thrive. It’s not just about hitting goals or achieving numbers, it’s about the people who make our culture vibrant and our success sustainable. And one of the shining examples of that belief is our employee, Connor.</p> <p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class=" wp-image-14569 alignright" src="https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/IMG_7824-225x300.jpg" alt="" width="231" height="308" srcset="https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/IMG_7824-200x267.jpg 200w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/IMG_7824-225x300.jpg 225w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/IMG_7824-400x533.jpg 400w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/IMG_7824-500x667.jpg 500w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/IMG_7824-600x800.jpg 600w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/IMG_7824-700x933.jpg 700w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/IMG_7824-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/IMG_7824-800x1067.jpg 800w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/IMG_7824-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/IMG_7824-1200x1600.jpg 1200w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/IMG_7824-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/IMG_7824-scaled.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 231px) 100vw, 231px" /></p> <p>Connor’s journey with us started through <a href="https://www.easterseals.com/southerncal/programs-and-services/employment-training/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Easterseals Southern California’s Employment Services.</a> After working with his Vocational Specialist, Desiree, to determine if MEG was the right fit for Connor, he came on board as an intern. His talents quickly shined and showed he was destined for a vital role on our team. Now, he’s one of our top employees, someone who fully embodies what our company stands for.</p> <p>From day one, Connor was proactive. He didn’t just wait for tasks to be handed to him, he sought out ways to contribute. Whether it was getting involved in content creation with the sales team or stepping out of his immediate role to generate leads and bring in new clients, his drive has been nothing short of exceptional.</p> <p>And, of course, there’s the heart of it all – Connor’s will. I always say, “You can teach skill, but you can’t teach will.” Connor has it in abundance. His eagerness to learn, develop, and grow is unmatched, and that’s something you simply can’t teach. His commitment to personal and professional growth has not only benefitted him, but has been a huge asset to us as a company.</p> <p>We recognized Connor’s exceptional potential early on and made the decision to invest in his growth, knowing his unique talents would bring tremendous value to our company. Hands-on training, advanced software, online courses, and in-person events have all been a part of his development journey here at MEG. And it’s not just about what we’ve given, Connor has taken every opportunity and run with it, proving time and again that he’s not only capable but willing to go the extra mile.</p> <p>Working with <a href="https://www.easterseals.com/southerncal/programs-and-services/employment-training/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Easterseals Southern California</a> has also been a positive experience. Their support throughout the hiring process and beyond has been fantastic. Desiree, his Vocational Specialist, has been there every step of the way, ensuring that both Connor and MEG have what we need to make this partnership successful.</p> <p>To any employer considering working with Easterseals or hiring individuals with disabilities, I would say this: don’t hesitate. They just might become your next best employee. You’ll gain not just a team member, but someone who brings a unique perspective, unmatched drive, and the kind of energy that enhances your entire culture. It’s more than just a hire, it’s a game changer. The support from Easterseals has been seamless, and the value Connor brings to the team is immeasurable.</p> <p>At the end of the day, Marketing Empire Group thrives because of the people who embody our core values. Connor is one of those people, and we are so fortunate to have him as part of the MEG family. Culture is key here, and we’re grateful to have someone who not only fits in but elevates it to new heights.</p> <p>Here’s to Connor, to Easterseals, and to the bright future ahead!</p> <hr /> <p>Read Connor’s Story of Success here to learn more about how Easterseals Customized Employment Services supported him in finding a fulfilling career.</p> </div><div class="fusion-clearfix"></div> </div> </div></div></div> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://esscblog.com/programs/workfirst-employment-services/career-development/">Why Hiring Through Easterseals Employment Services Has Enhanced Our Business</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://esscblog.com">Easterseals Southern California Blog</a>.</p></div> </div> </div> <div class="blog-post card left"> <img class="card-img-left" src="https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/Untitled-design-150x150.png" alt="image" /> <div class="card-body"> <a href="https://esscblog.com/disability-employment/threads-of-resilience/" class="card-link">Threads of Resilience: How Mike Turned His Tie-Dye Hobby into a Thriving Business</a> <p class="card-subtitle">October 9, 2024</p> <p class="card-text">Celebrate National Disability Employment Awareness Month by discovering how Mike started a successfu…</p> <div class="card-text content-encoded" style="display:none"><p><div class="fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling" style='background-color: #ffffff;background-position: center center;background-repeat: no-repeat;padding-top:30px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:30px;padding-left:0px;'><div class="fusion-builder-row fusion-row "><div class="fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion_builder_column_1_1 fusion-one-full fusion-column-first fusion-column-last 1_1" style='margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;'> <div class="fusion-column-wrapper" style="padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;" data-bg-url=""> <div class="fusion-text"><p><div class="fusion-text"></div><div class="fusion-text"></div></p> <p><em>Celebrate </em><a href="https://esscblog.com/programs/workfirst-employment-services/the-history-of-employment-awareness-for-people-with-disabilities-3/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><em>National Disability Employment Awareness Month</em></a><em> by discovering how Mike started a successful tie-dye business in Los Angeles. </em></p> <p>If turning a hobby into a business is considered ‘the dream,’ then Mike is truly living life to the fullest! Mike owns and operates his own tie-dye apparel company called <a href="https://www.urbanrevella.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Urban Revel</a>, where he makes creative tie-dye shirts, hats, sweatshirts and other items.</p> <p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-14541 alignright" src="https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/99d-UrbanRevel-300x300.jpeg" alt="" width="252" height="252" srcset="https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/99d-UrbanRevel-24x24.jpeg 24w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/99d-UrbanRevel-48x48.jpeg 48w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/99d-UrbanRevel-66x66.jpeg 66w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/99d-UrbanRevel-96x96.jpeg 96w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/99d-UrbanRevel-100x100.jpeg 100w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/99d-UrbanRevel-150x150.jpeg 150w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/99d-UrbanRevel-200x200.jpeg 200w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/99d-UrbanRevel-300x300.jpeg 300w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/99d-UrbanRevel-400x400.jpeg 400w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/99d-UrbanRevel-500x500.jpeg 500w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/99d-UrbanRevel-600x600.jpeg 600w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/99d-UrbanRevel-700x700.jpeg 700w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/99d-UrbanRevel-768x768.jpeg 768w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/99d-UrbanRevel-800x800.jpeg 800w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/99d-UrbanRevel.jpeg 1000w" sizes="(max-width: 252px) 100vw, 252px" /></p> <p>What started as a fun project during the COVID-19 shutdowns quickly turned into a business when friends started requesting custom designs and t-shirts.</p> <p>“I started Urban Revel for fun,” said Mike. “It was when I was at home going to [school on] Zoom. My friends liked my shirts. I made more and more. Then people asked to buy my shirts. I [then] started a website store.”</p> <p>Mike doesn’t just do the tie-dyeing, but he also is the creative mind behind some of the popular slogans and sayings that go on his t-shirts. Mike can make customers just about anything, from his popular Zoom-inspired “You’re on Mute” design, to a fan-favorite hoodie that simply says “Dim Sum,” which just so happens to be one of Mike’s favorite foods.</p> <p>Mike’s mom, Amy Yee, who is a consultant at <a href="https://www.easterseals.com/southerncal/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Easterseals Southern California</a>, says, “For me, it’s awesome knowing he’s doing something he’s excited about and there’s also that sense of security. He knows what he likes and he’s able to turn his interests into something that he can do. You can really think outside of the box about employment when you tie it with your interests.” Mike added, “Pick something you love to do and make it your own business. Start small and have fun.”</p> <p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-14540 alignleft" src="https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/IMG_2718-225x300.jpeg" alt="" width="214" height="286" srcset="https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/IMG_2718-200x267.jpeg 200w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/IMG_2718-225x300.jpeg 225w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/IMG_2718-400x533.jpeg 400w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/IMG_2718-500x667.jpeg 500w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/IMG_2718-600x800.jpeg 600w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/IMG_2718-700x933.jpeg 700w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/IMG_2718-768x1024.jpeg 768w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/IMG_2718-800x1067.jpeg 800w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/IMG_2718-1152x1536.jpeg 1152w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/IMG_2718-1200x1600.jpeg 1200w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/IMG_2718.jpeg 1536w" sizes="(max-width: 214px) 100vw, 214px" />Since COVID-19, Mike’s business has really taken off throughout Los Angeles thanks to a loyal customer base. Currently, his attire is available for purchase online, at various community resource events, and at Musichead, a local art gallery where he recently hosted a tie-dye workshop.</p> <p>“I’m very proud of our community and how they’ve embraced him and the people that we’ve met along the way,” said Amy.</p> <p>Mike has big plans to expand his business throughout LA while continuing to build social connections and friendships.</p> <p>“A fashion show would be fun,” said Mike. “I would like to do a pop-up in LA with cool shirts, hats, and other things with music and food.</p> <p>To learn more about Mike and how you can support his tie-dye business, visit <a href="https://www.urbanrevella.com/">urbanrevella.com</a>.</p> <p><strong>Watch Mike’s video to Learn About Urban Revel:</strong></p> <p><iframe loading="lazy" title="YouTube video player" src="https://youtube.com/embed/sd_VtG2TSMs?si=17pfg8_SQ1y1DaeM" width="315" height="560" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></p> </div><div class="fusion-clearfix"></div> </div> </div></div></div><div class="fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling" style='background-color: #ffffff;background-position: center center;background-repeat: no-repeat;padding-top:30px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:30px;padding-left:0px;'></div></p> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://esscblog.com/disability-employment/threads-of-resilience/">Threads of Resilience: How Mike Turned His Tie-Dye Hobby into a Thriving Business</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://esscblog.com">Easterseals Southern California Blog</a>.</p></div> </div> </div> <div class="blog-post card left"> <img class="card-img-left" src="https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/Blog_Main_Feature_700x450-150x150.jpg" alt="image" /> <div class="card-body"> <a href="https://esscblog.com/accessibility/digital-equity/celebrating-digital-inclusion-week/" class="card-link">Digital Inclusion Week: Mobilizing Toward Sustainability</a> <p class="card-subtitle">September 20, 2024</p> <p class="card-text">Easterseals is on a mission to bridge the digital divide while highlighting the importance of digita…</p> <div class="card-text content-encoded" style="display:none"><div class="fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling" style='background-color: #ffffff;background-position: center center;background-repeat: no-repeat;padding-top:30px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:30px;padding-left:0px;'><div class="fusion-builder-row fusion-row "><div class="fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion_builder_column_1_1 fusion-one-full fusion-column-first fusion-column-last 1_1" style='margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;'> <div class="fusion-column-wrapper" style="padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;" data-bg-url=""> <div class="fusion-text"><p>While the world becomes increasingly reliant on technology for day-to-day living, the digital divide between those who have access to digital resources and those who do not continues to grow for the disability community. Easterseals is on a mission to bridge that divide while highlighting the importance of digital equity, ensuring that all individuals and communities have the technology needed for full participation in our society.</p> <div id="attachment_14486" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-14486" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-medium wp-image-14486" src="https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/20240814_165037039_iOS-300x300.jpg" alt="A participant and his coach using a ipad device" width="300" height="300" srcset="https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/20240814_165037039_iOS-24x24.jpg 24w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/20240814_165037039_iOS-48x48.jpg 48w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/20240814_165037039_iOS-66x66.jpg 66w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/20240814_165037039_iOS-96x96.jpg 96w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/20240814_165037039_iOS-100x100.jpg 100w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/20240814_165037039_iOS-150x150.jpg 150w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/20240814_165037039_iOS-200x200.jpg 200w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/20240814_165037039_iOS-300x300.jpg 300w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/20240814_165037039_iOS-400x400.jpg 400w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/20240814_165037039_iOS-500x500.jpg 500w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/20240814_165037039_iOS-600x600.jpg 600w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/20240814_165037039_iOS-700x700.jpg 700w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/20240814_165037039_iOS-768x768.jpg 768w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/20240814_165037039_iOS-800x800.jpg 800w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/20240814_165037039_iOS-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/20240814_165037039_iOS-1200x1200.jpg 1200w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/20240814_165037039_iOS-1536x1536.jpg 1536w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-14486" class="wp-caption-text"><em>An Easterseals Life Skills Coach and participant using an iPad device.</em></p></div> <p><a href="https://www.digitalinclusion.org/digital-inclusion-week-2024/">Digital Inclusion Week</a> (DIW), which starts October 7, aims to celebrate and advance the removal of barriers to the online world and increase access to home internet, personal devices, and local technology training and support programs. This year’s DIW theme is “Stronger Together: Mobilizing Toward Sustainability,” which speaks to the power of collaboration in ensuring the longevity of digital inclusion.</p> <p>We are excited to highlight some of the ways <a href="http://easterseals.com/southerncal">Easterseals Southern California</a> (ESSC) is working toward closing this digital divide for people with disabilities.</p> <p>“Technology has increasingly become a part of everyone’s day-to-day lives, but some communities have not been given the same opportunities as others,” said Reese Peterson, Easterseals Southern California’s Tech Lending Library Director. “The pandemic highlighted the fact that the disability community was not being given an equal opportunity to access and utilize tech. With the Technology Lending Library, we can bridge that divide and positively impact digital equity and inclusion for the community.”</p> <h2><strong>At a Glance: How Easterseals is Addressing the Digital Divide</strong></h2> <p>Easterseals Southern California is proud to be involved in several projects that advance digital equity among the disability community and beyond, in collaboration with five Regional Centers: Eastern Los Angeles, Frank D. Lanterman, San Gabriel/Pomona, Harbor, North Los Angeles County.</p> <p>To date, we’ve served <strong>560+ individuals</strong> through these programs and currently have 430+ individuals enrolled in the Tech Lending Library program.</p> <p>Here’s a breakdown of the devices and equipment we’ve distributed to Easterseals participants and their families through programs like our <a href="https://esscblog.com/uncategorized/easterseals-technology-lending-library-addressing-the-digital-divide-in-the-disability-community/">Tech Lending Library:</a></p> <ul> <li> <h4><strong> 345 </strong>iPads</h4> </li> <li> <h4><strong> 145+ </strong>Laptops</h4> </li> <li> <h4><strong> 75+ </strong>JayPads (reflects Adult Day Services participants as well as Tech Lending Library participants)</h4> </li> </ul> <h3><strong>Adaptive Equipment Provided: </strong></h3> <ul> <li> <h4>Wheelchair arm iPad clamp mounts</h4> </li> <li> <h4>Dragon voice to function software</h4> </li> <li> <h4>Specialty iPad cases (cases include full body straps, hand straps, and easy-grab points)</h4> </li> </ul> <p>We also provide trainings to individuals, ranging from basic navigation and utilization of their devices, to setting up emails for communication, as well as collaborating with clinicians to provide speech support via Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) applications.</p> <h2><strong>Additional Digital Equity Offerings and Programs</strong></h2> <p>The Technology Lending Library loans iPads, Dell and Surface Go Laptops, and JayPad tablets with a Zoom autojoin feature for people receiving services at participating Regional Centers (Eastern Los Angeles, Frank D. Lanterman, San Gabriel/Pomona, Harbor, North Los Angeles County). These devices are loaned on a short- and long-term basis, depending on the individual’s needs. Along with devices loaned, we offer end-to-end IT support, as well as one-on-one in-person or remote trainings.</p> <h3><strong>Virtual Community</strong></h3> <p>The Virtual Community is a digital hub where individuals connect with their peers online through live events and explore a vast array of on-demand resources that can be accessed 24/7. In addition to our ongoing activities, we offer tech support through specialized workshops or one-on-one trainings to ensure an independent and individualized experience for each participant. The Virtual Community is currently supporting 300 individuals a month.</p> <div id="attachment_13786" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-13786" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-medium wp-image-13786" src="https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/MicrosoftTeams-image-121-300x200.jpg" alt="An Easterseals participant connecting with her mom via an adaptive device." width="300" height="200" srcset="https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/MicrosoftTeams-image-121-200x133.jpg 200w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/MicrosoftTeams-image-121-300x200.jpg 300w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/MicrosoftTeams-image-121-400x267.jpg 400w, https://esscblog.com/wp-content/uploads/MicrosoftTeams-image-121.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-13786" class="wp-caption-text"><em>Adult Day Services’ participant Jocelyn connects with her mom, Georgia on the JayPad – an Android tablet designed with specialized software tailored for individuals with disabilities to do things like automatically join meetings.</em></p></div> <h3><strong>JayPad Tablet Training</strong></h3> <p>As part of the Technology Lending Library Program, ESSC provides JayPad training to people with disabilities who are referred by one of five participating <a href="https://www.dds.ca.gov/rc/lookup-rcs-by-county/">Regional Centers</a>.</p> <h3><strong>Hear Our Voices</strong></h3> <p>Hear Our Voices is a multi-pronged program supporting ESSC’s participants of all ages impacted by communication delays or disorders resulting in complex communication needs.</p> <p>We provide short- and long-term access to iPads with advanced communication applications for those who are in need. Interested participants can email <a href="mailto:vop@essc.org">vop@essc.org</a>.</p> <h3><strong>Free Wi-Fi</strong></h3> <p>Easterseals partners with the City of Los Angeles Mayor’s Office <a href="https://datasciencefederation.lacity.gov/projects/angeleno-connectivity-trust-performance-dashboard">Angeleno Connectivity Trust (ACT)</a> Program to provide free Wi-Fi hotspot internet devices to those receiving Regional Center services who are struggling to access online classes and support services.</p> <p>So far, we have provided 60+ individuals with free Wi-Fi hotspots.</p> <p>If you are interested in receiving a free Wi-Fi hotspot, please reach out to Director of the Technology Lending Library Reese Peterson at <a href="mailto:reese.peterson@essc.org">reese.peterson@essc.org</a> or call (714)909-6135.</p> <p><strong>____________________________________________________________</strong></p> <p><strong>Easterseals Southern California is proud to support Digital Inclusion Week as we continue to find ways to ensure people with disabilities have access to technology so they can live independently in their communities. 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