The Make the First Five Count free screening tool helps parents support their child's growth and happiness through life's earliest developmental milestones. The first five years of life is considered fundamental to a child's growth and wellness. During National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, Easterseals is ensuring that parents stay informed about developmental milestones and are provided with resources to support children who learn and grow in different ways.
Learn MoreEasterseals employs an inclusive cast and crew led by people with disabilities for a ground-breaking national awareness campaign. The PSA series highlights how Easterseals is expanding local access to healthcare, education, and employment for people with disabilities, families, and communities across the country. Watch the full series here.
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