Easterseals Midwest’s Post

I had a dream a little over five years ago to help my differently abled adult son and others like him to have a job that pays. For no fault of their own, they were born into this world with a variety of challenges, and for the most part the world is often reluctant to give differently-abled adults a FIRST Chance to work. We are trying to change that paradigm one treat at a time. With your help we can employ more differently abled adults and continue to shine a light on the need for inclusive work environments. See below for the link to donate #Firstchancetowork #employmentfordisabledadults #differentlyablednotdisabled

On this #GivingTuesday, I express #gratitude for the privilege of being part of a trust industry organization that not only espouses its principles but also exemplifies them in action. In an environment where the complexities of life are navigated through trust and reliability, we stand as beacons of light. Today, let us extend our gratitude by being the source of illumination in someone's life. In the trust industry, where integrity and commitment are paramount, let our actions on this day mirror the values we hold dear. Life's challenges are numerous, but our commitment to trust and support can make a significant difference. Be the #lightofhope in someone's journey today, embodying the principles we stand for in the trust industry. #TheGoodShepherdFund #bethechangeyouwanttosee #supportservices

I had a dream a little over five years ago to help my differently abled adult son and others like him to have a job that pays. For no fault of their own, they were born into this world with a variety of challenges, and for the most part the world is often reluctant to give differently-abled adults a FIRST Chance to work. We are trying to change that paradigm one treat at a time. With your help we can employ more differently abled adults and continue to shine a light on the need for inclusive work environments. See below for the link to donate #Firstchancetowork #employmentfordisabledadults #differentlyablednotdisabled

Stopping child trafficking requires a multi-pronged approach involving awareness, education, advocacy, and supporting organizations that work directly on the ground. You can: * Raise Awareness: Share information about child trafficking on social media and in your community to educate others about the issue. * Support Organizations: Contribute to reputable NGOs and organizations dedicated to combating child trafficking. Research their work and financial transparency before donating. * Report Suspicious Activity: If you suspect any instance of child trafficking, report it to the appropriate authorities. * Advocate for Change: Write to your elected representatives to advocate for stronger laws and policies against child trafficking. * Educate Yourself: Learn more about the signs of child trafficking and how traffickers operate to better protect potential victims. * Support Vulnerable Communities: Addressing root causes like poverty, lack of education, and social inequality can help prevent children from becoming targets. Remember, it's a collective effort that requires ongoing commitment from individuals, communities, and governments. * #EndChildTrafficking * #StopChildTrafficking * #ChildProtection * #ChildSafety * #NotForSale * #ChildRights * #BreakTheChain * #TogetherAgainstTrafficking * #ChildrenDeserveBetter * #ProtectOurChildren Please donate today . https://lnkd.in/gCWewXzw

Honestly, can we trust the numbers? 🧮 In this video, we’re exploring point-in-time (PIT) counts - an attempt to determine the number of people experiencing homelessness on a single night over the entire state of California. We’re examining data the counts have provided over the years, looking at how the PIT counts work and why they might not be as optimised and accurate as they could be (yet!). The script was largely based on our blog post “New Counts of Homelessness and More YIMBY vs NIMBY” by Rohan Montgomery. Read the full article 📙 here: https://lnkd.in/eE25m3kn #impactlabs #nonprofit #homelessness #housingcrisis #california

I always liked to think I was nonjudgemental, curious and open-minded about homelessness, but then a couple of years ago I began working closely with the amazing Your Place (formerly Caritas Anchor House). It wasn't until then that I really understood the complexity of the issue. Sure, I'd spoken to quite a few people, mainly here in Brighton, who were experiencing homelessness. But every person is different. Every person's circumstances are distinct. And the crises and issues affecting many people without a home are not always visible at street level. What's common across all of their situations is abject inequality, a discriminatory and dehumanising system, and the breakdown of community and health services. Through that immersive work with Your Place, what I experienced as a uniquely person-centred community (not a handout, leg-up or even a "lifestyle choice"), I got to reflect on and recognise the nature of my unconscious bias around what is a deeply stigmatised systemic social problem. And the home secretary's dangerous viewpoint is a big part of that problem. (Whether or not it was a tactical provocation and political manoeuvre on her part...) It's the wider ideology of our society — and its cultivation of an individualistic, self-serving mindset — that is hopeless, not people who're homeless. #oneperson #homelessness #housingcrisis #housingreform #socialreform

🌟 Transforming Lives, One Day at a Time 🌟 - Every journey begins with a single step. At Samaritan Inns, we provide a safe space for women and their children to heal and grow together. An easy way to help our Women with Children Program is to donate diapers from our Amazon Wish List: https://lnkd.in/euDq_-_v #WashingtonDC #Addiction #RecoveryIsPossible #SoberLife"

Can you support Barnardo's this month and this year? This Payroll Giving Month, your gift could help Barnardo's improve the lives of children, who've had the toughest starts in life. More than 357,000 children, young people and families are in need of their life-changing support. The high cost of living will continue to bite over the next few months. With your help, they can keep children, warm, safe and well-fed over these difficult months. 🧡£5 a month can help pay for essentials like energy costs for a family living in poverty 🧡£8 a month could help buy a mattress and new bedding for a child so they can sleep soundly 🧡£15 a month could help keep growing children well-fed with the nutritious food they need Find out more about their outstanding work here: https://lnkd.in/guPb89a

👋 Quick Question: Parents, are you prepared to secure your family’s future? 🤔 Planning for the here and now isn’t enough; we must take steps to actively protect your and your children’s tomorrow. An estate plan will prepare you, and even give you peace of mind and power over what the future holds. Learn more in this week’s article. ▶️ https://lnkd.in/gAJ3gHeJ #forneylawtx #estateplan #willsandtrusts #powerofattorney #healthcaredirectives #guardianship #protectyourfamily #kidsprotectionplan #assetprotection #legacy #familylegacy #buildyourlegacy #estateplanningattorney #txestateplanningattorney #personalfamilylawyer #houston #adulting #smallbusiness #txsmallbusiness #businessconsulting #txnonprofit #nonprofit

We are excited to share our 2023 Impact Report with you! Here are some highlights: 📱 Calls to our domestic violence hotline increased by more than 35% in 2023. 🙍♀️ We served 31% more unduplicated clients across our programs. 🏠 We doubled the number of families receiving transitional housing assistance. 💜 We increased the number of adults receiving individual counseling/mental health support by about 38%. 🧒 We increased the number of kids receiving weekly resiliency check-ins after moving out of the safe house by 74%. 💵 We increased the number of families to whom we provided financial assistance by 27%. We hope you will read the entire report to learn more about the incredible impact we had on the lives of families impacted by domestic violence last year. Click here for the full report - https://loom.ly/NR-Sy18 #wrcdv #domesticviolence #atlanta #nonprofit #endingdomesticviolence #charity