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Serving Central Texas

Children and adults find highest-quality services designed to meet their individual needs when they come to Easterseals Central Texas.

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Our Core Purpose

To change the way the world defines and views disability by making profound, positive differences in people's lives every day.

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Learn about our Autism Services

Easterseals autism programs across the country provide a wide variety of interventions that help individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

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Easterseals Serving Central Texas

2324 Ridgepoint Dr # F1
Austin, TX 78754
Phone: (512) 615-6800

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Easterseals Serving Central Texas

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In the Red Hook neighborhood of Brooklyn, P.S. 15 Patrick E. Daly School has been expanding on the concept of educating children with intellectual disabilities alongside children without.
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People with disabilities continue to attain employment at an all-time high level.

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Workforces Beyond Compliance: Building a Truly Accessible Workplace for All

October 10, 2024

By Andrea Jennings National Disability Employment Awareness Month, known as NDEAM, is honored and ob…

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The Realities of Employment Discrimination for Disabled People

October 1, 2024

By Leah Smith In 1988, October was established by Congress as Disability Employment Awareness Month.…

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How Transportation Employees Can Offer Services to Users with Disabilities in Safe, Respectful Ways to Create More Accessible Communities

September 25, 2024

By Andrea Jennings Transportation is more than just a means of getting around; it’s a gateway …

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Able and Ready: Former Easterseals Camper is Setting a New Standard for Accessible Transportation

September 20, 2024

Rhonda Clark, 55, has spastic cerebral palsy. “I wasn’t supposed to live past 48 hours. I jokingly t…

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Bridging the Gap in Public Transportation for Disabled Travelers

September 10, 2024

By Mike Ervin If you ride public transit trains here in Chicago, at each boarding platform you will …

Stories of Success

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A “can-do” spirit

Marti Clark has a history of exceeding people’s expectations. As a former Easterseals child representative, Marti grew up to accomplish her goals with her therapists and teachers over the years helping through transitional times in Marti’s life.

Auburn Smith
A "One-of-a-Kind Kid"

Born with Spina Bifida and clubfoot, Auburn Smith became a nationally-ranked tennis player and aspiring musician.

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Act of Kindness Leads to Inspiring Reunion

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From "wait and see" to success in school

Born with autism, Connor is bright, funny, warm, loving and energetic.

Featured Programs

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ESCT Parent Support and Training Program (PST)

Families of children with special needs experience unique challenges and unexpected obstacles along their journey. To make sure that parents receive the resources they need to meet these challenges, the Parent Support and Training program at Easterseals Central Texas provides free programming for parents of children with special needs in the Austin area.

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Employment and Training

The Employment Services Program at ESCT helps adults with disabilities to find and keep jobs. All services are provided free of charge. The specialized programs address the individual support needs of our clients, and make a significant contribution to their long-term success both at work and at home. This one-on-one support results in enhanced self confidence and independence.

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Advocacy and Public Policy

The Easterseals Coalition Serving Texas (ESCST) is a nonpartisan advocacy coalition working to promote policies that advance disability rights in Texas. The coalition comprises four Texas Easterseals affiliates: Easterseals Central Texas, Easterseals Greater Houston, Easterseals North Texas, and Easterseals Rio Grande Valley. We provide an array of services for all ages.

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