April 2018
We have a lot going on at ESCA,
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CNA Classes
Did you know that ESCA offers a five-week Nurse Aide Training Program designed to provide quality education for entry into the healthcare field? The curriculum consists of classroom and practical instruction in the areas of health, nutrition, safety, personal care, developmental and emotional needs. 93% of graduates obtain employment in the healthcare field and many are offered jobs prior to completing the class. Classes begin April 2nd, so call now!

14th Annual Autism Crawfish Boil
One of Central Alabama’s most highly anticipated events is back! Save the date, bust out the elastic pants, and purchase your tickets to the Annual Autism Crawfish Boil benefiting Easter Seals Central Alabama!

4,000 POUNDS of all-you-can-eat crawfish and sides, cold beverages, live music featuring wonderful local bands and more. Raffle prizes, crawfish souvenirs and fun will all be waiting for YOU! Grab your friends and come support the autism services provided at Easter Seals Central Alabama through the 14th Annual Autism Crawfish Boil. Your belly and your heart will be full!

Autism and Disability Friendly Game Day at Riverwalk Stadium
Easter Seals Central Alabama is proud to partner with the Montgomery Biscuits once again to bring you a baseball game that EVERYBODY can enjoy! Join us on Sunday, April 29th at Riverwalk Stadium, as we cheer on the Montgomery Biscuits and have some sensory-friendly family fun!

River Region Disability Expo
ESCA is proud to partner and bring you the River Region Disability Expo! The 3rd annual Disability Expo is designed to empower people with disabilities, and of all ages, with the information, resources and technology to enhance their lives. This event is free, open to the public and will be held on Tuesday, May 8, 2018 at Eastmont Baptist Church between 1:00-6:00 p.m. 
There will be exhibitors set up from a variety of programs, services and products. Some examples include: independent living, technology, children’s services, recreation, advocacy, education, transition services, social skills, life coaching, employment and more. Many of the exhibitors presented at the Disability Expo do not charge for their service.   


Building Update!
We are excited to be moving along (pun intended) on our building project! Exterior is close to complete, drywall is up and being painted and floor installation is about to begin. We are on track for a June opening! Make sure to follow us on social media to see the progress!  


Dyslexia Evaluation and Reading Therapy Program Started!
We are excited to start a new program at ESCA!

Ready Readers provides dyslexia testing and therapy to help students with a reading learning disability feel comfortable with and develop a lifelong love of reading!

Our Ready Readers Reading Development Program uses the SPIRE testing and therapy curriculum to assess the child’s needs and work with them intensely in their challenging areas. Most children make significant progress fairly quickly and develop a more confident approach to learning!
 



Stay Tuned
Be on the lookout for new announcements to come!

Lillie Leaps, a movement and reading therapy camp for special needs children: Dates to be announced soon!

Walk-n-Roll, a team fundraising event benefiting ESCA:
Dates to be announced soon!
 

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