Empowering individuals to embrace life’s possibilities.
Here at Easterseals Arkansas, we believe every person has the right and deserves the opportunity to reach their full potential through learning, empowerment, service, and advocacy. That is our why. Our mission is to empower individuals with disabilities to live, learn, work, and thrive as active and included members of their communities.
We are guided by our values.
Compassion: We care deeply , act with empathy and honor each person’s strengths, needs and voice.
Collaboration: We achieve greater impact by working gether with kindness, patience and respect.
Trust: We earn confidence by doing what is right, being transparent, and honoring commitments.
Excellence: We continuously learn, innovate and deliver the highest quality in every service and relationship.
Our Vision
Easterseals Arkansas is redefining what is possible for individuals with physical, intellectual, and developmental disabilities; autism; and co-occurring mental health conditions by building a transformative system of care, education and support.
We create pathways that empower every person to achieve independence and well-being and to fully engage in their communities.
Enriching Education
Venture into our hubs of education in Little Rock and Stuttgart where young minds find a nurturing haven. Crafted to support children both with and without developmental disabilities, including special needs and autism, our preschools are a tapestry of inclusivity and quality education.
Through pediatric outpatient physical, occupational, and speech therapies, alongside applied behavior analysis (ABA), we foster environments where every child can thrive, nurtured by a highly qualified teaching staff dedicated to sculpting a brighter future for all.
Elevating Community
Discover the spirited communities forged through our adult programs, designed to usher individuals with disabilities into independence, meaningful employment, and joyful fellowship.
It is here that lives are transformed, smiles are created, and the real essence of fun and friendship comes to life, carving out spaces of understanding, camaraderie, and respect.
Expanding Employment
Step into the world of opportunities through our Supported Employment programs, a confluence of education and job placement woven together to guide individuals on their path to fulfilling employment.
By extending our reach into school settings and beyond, we ensure that the journey to employment is not just a dream but an achievable reality, opening doors to possibilities and fostering self-reliance and dignity.
Join Us In This Mission
Be a part of a legacy that stands tall, a legacy that has championed the causes of equity, inclusion, and access for 80 years. Your generous contributions empower us to forge ahead, reaching new milestones in healthcare, education, and employment opportunities, tailor-made for individuals with disabilities.
As we aspire to be the undoubted leaders in our field, we invite you to join us in this noble endeavor, to be a beacon of hope, to change lives, and to carve pathways of unprecedented opportunities.
