Easterseals Oregon

We’re grateful to have supported John on his journey to stable housing through our veteran and housing services programs. His story is a powerful reminder that it takes more than a job to end homelessness—it takes community, resources, and opportunity.

Thank you to Blanchet House and Farm for sharing John’s story and for the incredible work you do every day. 🧡

People often say to adult men experiencing homelessness, "Get a job!"

John first got a room at Blanchet House and Farm. Then he got a job.

You can't get a job without an address, a safe place to sleep, a shower, and regular meals.

Once John had a room, he found work at the airport. Next, our staff connected him to services for veterans. He just moved into his own apartment thanks to support from Easterseals & Easterseals Oregon.

A job alone isn't enough to end someone's homelessness.

Read the full story at the link in the comments.

As summer quickly approaches, we want to remind folks there is still space available for this year’s Easterseals Oregon Summer Camp and scholarship support is still available to help make camp accessible for families with youth between ages of 12 to 17 years old.
 
Camp is such a special experience filled with friendship, confidence-building, recreation, and unforgettable memories. From outdoor adventures and games to campfires and community, we would love the opportunity to welcome your camper back this summer.
 
In addition, Evans Creek has completed the construction on the lodge, making it a more comfortable camp experience this year.
 
We currently have limited openings remaining and encourage families to submit their application as soon as possible. Scholarship opportunities are available, but applications must be submitted by June 10th.

We hope you can join us for summer camp this year! 🧡

For camp information, please visit the Linktree in our Instagram bio, or the link below:
https://oregon.easterseals.com/get-support/areas-of-support/camp-recreation-programs/summer-camp-for-children-disabilities

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A smiling person outdoors at summer camp holds a bow while participating in an archery activity in a wooded setting. Another person nearby appears to be clapping in encouragement. Text at the top reads “Summer Camp Reminder,” with the Easterseals Oregon logo displayed near the bottom of the image.

This month Easterseals Oregon celebrates its’ 79th birthday providing services ensuring everyone has access to live, learn, work, and play in their communities. 🧡

Fewer than 1% of organizations in Oregon have sustained their impact for nearly 80 years. It is a major milestone to be celebrated. 🎉

We were here before Nike, before Apple, before Starbucks, before many of the brands that define our daily lives.

In 1950, our purpose was: to improve health, education, employment, and opportunity so that children and adults with disabilities could fully participate in everyday society. At that time, many children with disabilities in Oregon were not given access to education at all. That is why we began, with a school, creating opportunity where none existed.

Today, that vision still defines who we are.

There has been meaningful progress. Education is no longer out of reach, it is integrated into our public school system. Access has expanded. And yet, the need for belonging, for equity, and for the opportunity for full participation remains.

Where we once showed up to create access to education, we now show up in new ways:
* Supporting individuals in the workplace so they can build meaningful careers
* Helping people access stable housing so they can thrive in their communities
* Continuing to break down barriers so everyone has the opportunity to belong

The heart of our mission has never changed, only where and how we meet the need.

We began this work in 1947 because opportunity did not exist. We continue this work today because, while progress has been made, the promise we set out to fulfill is not yet complete.

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A presentation slide celebrating Easterseals Oregon’s 79th birthday, featuring historic documents, archival photos, newspaper clippings, and vintage Easterseals stamps. The slide highlights Oregon becoming the 46th state to organize and affiliate with Easterseals, showcasing the organization’s long-standing history and community impact.

This past Friday, April 30, stopped by our office in Portland for the day to begin filming their segment for the show.

This segment will spotlight how programs like residential camp and workforce development are helping children and adults with disabilities build confidence, independence, and connection-proving that everyone deserves the chance to thrive.

Thank you for the feature, and we can’t wait to see the final video! 😊🧡

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Several photos from April 30 when visited the Easterseals Oregon Portland office to film a segment for their show. Images include active cameraman moving around different rooms, individuals being filmed, and lights being used during interviews.

Thank you Mary's Woods for years of support! Opening doors for opportunity, belonging, and support for Oregonians!

🎬 Big news for Easterseals Oregon!

We’re excited to share that Easterseals Oregon will be featured in an upcoming segment of All Access with Andy Garcia, bringing national attention to the power of inclusion, community, and opportunity.

This segment will spotlight how programs like residential camp and workforce development are helping children and adults with disabilities build confidence, independence, and connection—proving that everyone deserves the chance to thrive.

Hosted by Andy Garcia, the series highlights impactful stories shaping communities across the country—and we’re proud to see Easterseals Oregon leading the way.

✨ Stay tuned for more updates and behind-the-scenes moments!

🔗 Read more at the Linktree in our Instagram bio or below:
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/easterseals-oregon-to-feature-in-new-segment-of-all-access-hosted-by-andy-garcia-302719737.html?tc=eml_cleartime

Last day to pick up your tulips from Wooden Shoe Tulip Farm supporting Easterseals Oregon’s BLOOMFEST.

Stop by and see us at Al's Garden & Home - Sherwood and Plumper Farm Pumpkin Patch & Christmas Trees 🌷🌷🌷🌷

So grateful for Qorvo, Inc. and their commitment to community, they contribute and show up to volunteer every time we call. They are our 2026 Miracle Partner!

Qorvo was honored to receive the Miracle Partner Award from Easterseals Oregon at their annual Bloomfest Ball. It was a wonderful evening highlighting community, connection and support — complete with beautiful blooms and fantastic company. 🌷