1570 E 17th St, Santa Ana, CA 92705

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Easterseals Southern California offers vital services from early childhood services to autism support, adult living services, senior day services, and employment services.

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Vision & Impact

Discover the difference Easterseals Southern California is making in the disability community and our plans for the future.

Our Reach & Impact
For more than 100 years we have supported people with disabilities and their families at all ages and stages of life.

Learn More in Our Impact Report 25,000
The number of people served annually.

The number of staff serving program participants across 8 counties.
Creating A New Vision for Disability and Accessibility

The number of years we held a fully accessible experience for campers and volunteers.

3,000+

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is Easterseals? / ¿Qué es Easterseals?

Answer (English): Easterseals is a nonprofit organization providing services to help children and adults with disabilities and/or special needs — and support to their families. They’ve been helping families for over 100 years. Easterseals+2Easterseals+2
Respuesta (Español): Easterseals es una organización sin fines de lucro que brinda servicios para ayudar a niños y adultos con discapacidades o necesidades especiales — y apoyo a sus familias. Llevan más de 100 años ayudando a familias.

What types of services does Easterseals provide? / ¿Qué tipos de servicios ofrece Easterseals?

Answer (English): The organization offers a wide range of programs including autism services, early childhood/children’s services, adult day services, employment & training, living options/housing support, senior services, and more. Easterseals+1
Respuesta (Español): La organización ofrece una variedad amplia de programas que incluyen servicios para autismo, servicios infantiles/tempranos, servicios de día para adultos, empleo y capacitación, opciones de vivienda/apoyo para vivir, servicios para adultos mayores, entre otros.

Are Easterseals services limited to specific types of disabilities? / ¿Los servicios de Easterseals están limitados a tipos específicos de discapacidad?

Answer (English): No. Easterseals is committed to serving children and adults with physical and/or mental disabilities, whether diagnosed at birth or resulting from disease, injury, or aging. Easterseals+1
Respuesta (Español): No. Easterseals está comprometida en atender a niños y adultos con discapacidades físicas y/o mentales, ya sea diagnosticadas al nacer o como resultado de enfermedad, lesión o envejecimiento.

How is Easterseals supported financially? / ¿Cómo se financia Easterseals?

Answer (English): Easterseals receives funding from a mix of sources: private insurers/fees-for-service, government agencies/ grants, and public charitable contributions. These donations help make services accessible to as many people as possible. Easterseals+1
Respuesta (Español): Easterseals se financia mediante una combinación de fuentes: aseguradoras privadas/ tarifas por servicio, agencias gubernamentales/ subvenciones, y donaciones públicas. Estas donaciones ayudan a que los servicios sean accesibles para el mayor número de personas posible.

Is Easterseals a non-profit and does it have a religious affiliation? / ¿Easterseals es una organización sin fines de lucro y tiene afiliación religiosa?

Answer (English): Yes — Easterseals is a nonprofit (501(c)(3)). And no — it has no religious affiliation and does not discriminate. Easterseals+1
Respuesta (Español): Sí — Easterseals es una organización sin fines de lucro (501(c)(3)). Y no tiene afiliación religiosa y no discrimina.

How do people receive services or get started with Easterseals? / ¿Cómo pueden las personas recibir servicios o iniciar con Easterseals?

Answer (English): In many areas, services begin with a referral (often through a regional center or agency) or by contacting the local Easterseals affiliate directly. They will assess eligibility and help guide you through enrollment. Easterseals
Respuesta (Español): En muchas zonas, los servicios comienzan con una derivación (a menudo vía un centro regional o agencia) o contactando la filial local de Easterseals directamente. Ellos evaluarán la elegibilidad y le ayudarán a guiarse en el proceso de inscripción.

Testimonials

"I’ve always been a little hesitant about using child care services, but after an unexpected work emergency, I’m so glad I had care arranged. The process was smooth, and the staff was incredibly kind and professional. It gave me peace of mind knowing my child was safe and happy."

John D

"Leaving your child with someone else can be stressful, but knowing there was trusted care available really helped me feel at ease. I had a last-minute situation, and the team was responsive, understanding, and supportive. I’ll definitely use this service again when I need child care in the future."