In response to COVID-19, Easterseals serving Chicagoland and Rockford has adjusted programming and rescheduled events. View details here.
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Introducing the Easterseals Black Child Fund

As we celebrate Black History Month, we are excited to announce that The Easterseals Black Child Fund and The Autism Program (TAP) of Easterseals, through generous funding from Abbott Fund, is providing free intake, screening, and comprehensive diagnosis for black children ages 3–12.

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Who We Are

Easterseals serving Chicagoland and Greater Rockford serves nearly 30,000 clients annually and proudly employs 600+ dedicated professionals in programs across the Chicagoland and Rockford regions of Illinois.

Established in 1936, we support children, individuals with disabilities, and their families through two pillars of work: Comprehensive Autism and Behavioral Services and Early Learning and Developmental Services.

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Closures and Safety Measures

Easterseals Serving Chicagoland and Rockford is following the states guidelines set forth by Governor Pritzker, Mayor Lightfoot, and the CDC.

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Contact Us

Easterseals Serving Chicagoland and Greater Rockford

1939 West 13th Street, Suite 300
Chicago, IL 60608-1226

Phone: 312-491-4110

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Major Gift Announcement
Author and philanthropist MacKenzie Scott announces that she has made an unrestricted transformational gift to Easterseals serving Chicagoland and Greater Rockford.
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STAY CONNECTED
Our Early Learning Services Team gathers leading resources and activities to support our parents and families. Many families are participating in Virtual Learning so we've gathered resources to help—all in one place.
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Now Enrolling: Head Start/Early Head Start
Easterseals Head Start program partners with early childhood programs in the city of Chicago and suburban Cook County, giving children and families the opportunity for a brighter future and a head start to success. Apply for a Head Start Program today!
IAP Virtual Classroom
Virtual Classroom
Easterseals Illinois Autism Partnership (IAP) launches VIRTUAL CLASSROOM, releasing new videos every Tuesday and Thursday at 10:00 AM, CST. Visit our IAP YouTube channel to enjoy the visual, hands-on nature of our videos.

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MacKenzie Scott Provides Easterseals serving Chicagoland and Greater Rockford with Transformational Gift

December 15, 2020

We have big news. Author and philanthropist MacKenzie Scott announced today that she has made an unr…

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December 10, 2020

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Supporting Students with an Autism Spectrum Disorder During COVID-19

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