Community Stories

At just 18 months old, twins Harrison and Hudson were diagnosed with autism. Their mother, Suzannah, faced the challenge of navigating an unfamiliar journey with limited knowledge about autism. With the support of Easterseals Washington, they achieved remarkable milestones in their growth, development, and communication, marking a transformative path forward for their family.

Easterseals Olympic Peninsula Autism Center now offers evening and weekend ABA therapy sessions for children ages 1–18.

Easterseals Washington's Child Development Centers provide welcoming settings where children of all abilities can experience positive learning and development.

Easterseals Washington hosted its first ever Fall Fest: Pints for Possibilities at the Fremont Brewery Urban Beer Garden. With over 100 dedicated supporters in attendance, the evening was a heartfelt celebration of community and empowering limitless possibilities for people of all abilities.

Discover the heartwarming story of Jane's House Community Library, a tiny haven of stories crafted with love by 83-year-old veteran Ray Bell.

Selene's dedication has transformed the lives of the children she works with. Volunteering daily in the infant room, she’s created a nurturing space for kids of all abilities, even playing a significant role in helping one toddler with disabilities make remarkable progress.

When 16-year-old Yassine was unable to participate in a foreign exchange program due to his personal care needs, he wasn’t sure if he would be able to fulfill his dream of living and learning in the US. Thankfully, Yassine and his sponsor organization found Easterseals Camp Stand By Me.

Jeeon’s journey at Easterseals Washington’s Camp Stand By Me highlights the transformative power of stepping into the unknown.

Discover how Josephine broke through barriers and landed a meaningful job opportunity.

The theater at Easterseals Washington's Camp Stand By Me underwent a major transformation!

Thanks to two sisters, Camp Stand By Me has changed the lives of thousands of children and adults with disabilities since 1974.