Events at Easterseals

Crafted and Uncorked St. Louis | July 25, 2025 | St. Louis
Enjoy speciality cocktails, craft beer, and an assortment of wines and spirits at the inaugural Crafted and Uncorked St. Louis. Shop a premium auction and help us make a difference in the lives of people with disabilities. Get your tickets today!

Acquiring Skills for Life: A Continuous Journey from School to Adulthood | May 14, 2025 | Virtual
This session is designed to equip families, caregivers, and professionals with practical tools and strategies to support young adults as they transition from school to adulthood. The session will delve into essential life skills, such as decision-making, problem-solving, effective communication, and self-management. These skills will help foster independence and resilience in young adults, ensuring they are well-prepared to navigate the complexities of adult life. 

The Kansas Webinar Series is free, but registration is required. Click here to register for this webinar.

Autism & Anxiety | May 28, 2025 | Virtual
Designed specifically for families, caregivers, educators, and service providers across Kansas, this session will explore how anxiety often presents in people with autism and how to respond with understanding and support. Bria Coale will break down common causes and triggers of anxiety for people with autism and provide practical, evidence-based strategies to help navigate challenges at home, school, and in the community. Bria will also highlight the importance of recognizing the unique ways anxiety can show up in neurodiverse individuals and how supportive environments can foster regulation and resilience. 

The Kansas Webinar Series is free, but registration is required. Click here to register for this webinar.

Functional Communication Training: Reducing Challenging Behaviors with Purposeful Communication | June 11, 2025 | Virtual
Challenging behaviors often stem from unmet communication needs. Join Haley Ogden as she explores Functional Communication Training (FCT), a proven approach to helping people replace difficult behaviors with meaningful, intentional communication. This session is designed for anyone who wants to better understand the why behind behaviors and learn how to respond in ways that promote connection and growth. Whether someone is nonverbal, uses limited langauge, or communicates in unique ways, FCT offers a pathway toward more positive and effective interactions.

The Kansas Webinar Series is free, but registration is required. Click here to register for this webinar. 

The Path Forward: Harnessing the Potential of Transition-Aged Youth with Autism | June 25, 2025 | Virtual
This webinar is designed for those who support young people preparing for life beyond high school, whether that leads to college, employment, or community engagement. With an emphasis on strengths, collaboration, and self-determination, this session will explore how families, educators, and service providers can work together to open doors and create meaningful opportunities for young adults with autism while honoring their goals, interests, and abilities. Nicolas will share his experience using Easterseal’s core values: Empowerment, Connection, Innovation, and Advocacy for structure while sharing interviews of individuals with lived experience to understand that perspective better. 

The Kansas Webinar Series is free, but registration is required. Click here to register for this webinar.