A school aged boy laughing and shaking a pom-pom

Easterseals Iowa History Wall

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Expanding Opportunity

With growing needs across the state, Easterseals Iowa has expanded its reach - bringing services closer to home and opening new pathways for independence and employment.

1974

Services expand statewide, increasing access and ensuring individuals and families across Iowa can receive support in their own communities.

Historical photo of a child with crutches walking with a woman with dark short hair who is where a dress

1986

The FaRM program launces to support rural families facing disability-related challenges, later evolving into what is now known as Rural Solutions.

A farmer in a blue tshirt and black ball cap is walking with his two young toddlers holding their hands. Red and white outback building are in the background.

A farmer with light colored, short hair in a white t shirt is standing in a field smiling.

1995

The Career Center opens, establishing Easterseals Iowa as a leader in disability employment services while helping individuals gain meaningful employment and greater independence.

Easterseals Iowa client who is a DAV employee standing in DAV store with clothes racks. He has glasses and is smiling in a plaid shirt and apron.

2002

The Child Development Center opens, providing inclusive early childhood care and education for children of all abilities.

Two young children on a bike in blue helmets. They are smiling and one child has their arm around the other.

Three young children in coats holding hands with their bike helmets on. Standing outside and smiling.

"Opportunity grows when services are accessible and inclusive."

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