Do you have questions about school? Are you overwhelmed by the school system and trying to understand special education? The information on the Easter Seals Kids at School website might help you! School is the main focus of our children’s lives from age four to adulthood. Children and youth with physical disabilities need a variety […]
Family Engagement – How Can We Help?
One of the 2021 annual goals for Easter Seals is to increase family engagement, but what does this mean? The goal for Easter Seals is to increase interaction with families beyond the application processes for camp, equipment or scholarships. From an Easter Seals perspective, there are three key questions: What information can we provide that […]
Advocacy Priorities – What is important to you?
Easter Seals Ontario has been involved in advocacy since it was first established in 1922. Historical advocacy campaigns included pasteurization of milk, nursing services provided in the home, rehabilitation services provided outside of the hospital, mandatory bike helmet use and folic acid supplements to prevent birth defects. Special education programs and services have been a […]
Canadian Registered Disability Saving Plan (RDSP): What You And Your Family Should Know!
Easter Seals Ontario has heard from families that they are not sure what an RDSP is or how it can help their child. John Fisher, with Desjardins Financial Security Investments Inc., offered to write an article for families to explain RDSPs and where they fit in the long-term planning for your child. You are encouraged […]
New Parent and Youth Advisory Committee
Easter Seals Ontario is pleased to share information on the new Parent and Youth Advisory Committee. This newly appointed committee includes parents, youth and young adults and will provide advice to senior management about Easter Seals programs and services, as well as key issues that impact children and youth with physical disabilities and their families. […]
