Twelve year old Rozlyn can’t name what she likes most about camp because all the activities excite her. From fishing and canoeing to swimming and out-tripping, Rozlyn has the time of her life each summer at Camp Merrywood. She says, “You don’t have time to feel sad being away from your parents because you’re so busy and you make so many new friends!” Kathryn and her … [Read more...]
With Easter Seals hope is just around the corner
When Tony was born doctors were concerned that he had low blood sugar. His situation was so dire that he was hospitalized for five months while doctors attempted to properly diagnose him. When he was finally released his parents took their new bundle of joy to visit family in China. It was there that the family noticed he wasn’t reaching milestones similar to other babies … [Read more...]
If you could help a child facing lifelong challenges, would you?
Donate Today Anna and Rico first noticed their son Jakob was different when he was about eight months old. His joints started to get stiff, his arm movements were spastic and his ability to stand or sit up simply disappeared. It’s an awful shock to learn that something might be wrong with your child but the diagnosis Anna and Rico received after years of analysis was beyond … [Read more...]
Victoria is #unstoppABLE!
Meet Victoria Chen—multi-talented musician, top student, advocate for children and youth living with disabilities, and Easter Seals support recipient. An only child, Victoria was initially diagnosed with unspecified spinal cord damage which was later defined as transverse myelitis. As a result, her lower extremities are fragile and she has difficulty with balance. “I can’t … [Read more...]
A mom’s simple holiday wish: To enable her son to get out of the house!
Meet Chance. He is eight years old and the best gift he received this holiday season was the ability to leave his home. Until recently Chance felt a bit like a prisoner. Why? His journey started at around 18 months when, as his mom Jennifer explained that Chance started missing some developmental milestones. Jennifer and Eric, Chance’s father, took him to see a specialist … [Read more...]
Camp — A Win-Win for Kids and Parents
It’s easy to understand why kids love coming to Easter Seals camps: lots of fully accessible activities, new friendships, and the chance to be away from home for 10 days. However, camp also offers something for parents. Yes, they get a short respite while their child is away but, more importantly, they get the satisfaction of seeing their child come home with new skills, and … [Read more...]