Eitas

04/24/2026

Happy Friday 📚

Some of the most important stories aren’t the ones we hear the most…
and honestly, they deserve a little more shelf space.

It may be the last day of Disability Book Week—but we’re not closing the book just yet.

What’s a book you’d add to this list? Share this with someone who’s always looking for their next read.

04/23/2026

“I want people to treat each other like friends and family. I think of my friends like family. My Support Coordinator is a part of my life—she is there for me.”

That’s how Dae’Vion sees the world.

For more than 10 years, he’s had the same Support Coordinator, Kandice, at eitas.

She’s been there through everything—growing up, hard moments, and the everyday things that matter most.

With Kandice, he is accepted.
He is heard.
And he trusts her.

That kind of consistency matters.

Over time, with support through SB40 funds (Senate Bill 40) and Medicaid waivered services, Dae’Vion has built skills, confidence, and independence.

He learned how to take care of his health.
He stays active.
He built life skills.
When he was younger, a traumatic experience in a pool left him afraid to swim.
With support, he worked through it—little by little.
Today, he swims without fear.

Dae’Vion has autism.
He also has plans.
He wants to study genes—he says he’s “inspired by frogs.”

He dreams of college and a career.
He loves Marvel, started his own comic book club, and brings humor wherever he goes.

Kandice says it best:
“He has come a very long way, and he always makes me laugh.”

Dae’Vion is building a life that reflects what matters to him—connection, independence, and community.

This Autism Acceptance Month, a reminder:
Support isn’t one moment.
It shows up.
It stays.
It grows with you.
And it matters.

👉 Learn more about eitas Support Coordination:
https://www.eitas.org/case-management

04/22/2026

Behind every smooth day… there’s someone making it happen.

The one who knows where everything is.
The one who keeps everyone on track.
Basically…the reason nothing falls apart.

And it’s not just the work—it’s the care behind it.

💬 Tag an administrative professional and tell us—what do they always save the day with?

04/21/2026

Eitas is hiring!

The work that matters most takes different forms and every role matters.

Sometimes it’s helping someone plan their next step.

Sometimes it’s making sure they can get there.

At eitas, both matter.

We’re currently hiring:
• Support Coordinators
• Bus Route Drivers

If you’re looking for a role where your presence makes a difference in everyday life, we invite you to learn more and share with others.

Come Work with Us Bilingual Support CoordinatorEitas currently has a full-time opening for a Support Coordinator. This position includes, but is not limited to supporting a caseload of 35-40 individuals who are primarily Spanish speaking with developmental disabilities. Facilitate the person-centere...

04/20/2026

Quick reminder 👇

Have you applied for an eitas Camp Scholarship yet?

The deadline is April 30 and it’s coming up fast.

Apply now: https://www.eitas.org

Share to help someone else see this.

04/18/2026

Happy Adult Autism Awareness Day.

Autism support shouldn’t end at 18.

Adults with autism are part of our communities every day—working, building relationships, and living full lives. But finding support as an adult can be challenging.

That’s where eitas can help.

Find out more below:
https://www.eitas.org/community-outreach-1

Because support should grow with the person.

04/16/2026

There are moments you don’t forget.

This was one of them.

On April 15, our community came together for Safe, Seen, Supported: Trauma-Informed Approaches in I/DD Care—and what filled the room was more than information. It was connection, honesty, and a shared commitment to doing better.

In this video, you’ll hear Dr. Karyn Harvey remind us of something that grounds this work:

Every life is as valuable as the universe.

That is where trauma-informed care begins.

It means we see the whole person.
We listen.
We understand that behavior has a story.
And we respond with respect, safety, and support.

To everyone who attended—your presence mattered.
You showed up, you leaned in, and you made this space what it was.

Thank you to our incredible speakers who shared their knowledge and lived experience.
To our sponsors and exhibitors who invested in this work.
To our volunteers who kept everything moving.
And to the eitas conference committee who worked behind the scenes to bring this day to life.
And a special thank you to The Pavilion at John Knox Village for hosting us and providing such a welcoming space for this important conversation.

This is how change happens. Together.

If you were there, drop a comment or photo below—we’d love to keep the connection going.

04/14/2026

Thanks for sharing. He has been found safe!

Police are searching for a missing 35-year-old non-verbal autistic man who disappeared from his home Monday night in Grandview, Missouri.

04/14/2026

Kansas City—this is Jonah. And his journey matters.

Jonah Taylor is the Chief Vending Officer (CVO) of Jonah Vending. He manages vending machines across the metro and beyond. Jonah has autism and uses a communication device. He is known for his strong memory, consistency, and attention to detail.

He started with one machine in 2021.

Now he manages nearly 40. Jonah's passion is "Bringing smiles through snacking."

He stocks them.
Organizes them.
Keeps everything running right.

With his family, support from Developing Potential Inc. his Employment Connections coach Dan Freeman, Nate Owens with self directed supports and his eitas Support Coordinator Tiffany, Jonah was supported to build something of his own.

As Tiffany his SC shares,
"He is passionate about his work and finds meaning in his time there. He, along with his support team and wonderful family, prove that individuals with autism can truly thrive in life."

This is what opportunity looks like.

This is what inclusion looks like.

This is what happens when people are seen, supported, and given a chance.

And here’s the best part for local businesses: There is no cost for vending machine placement, repairs, or restocking.

👉 Learn more about Jonah Vending:

https://jonahvending.com/

Kansas City, let’s show up.

Know a business that could use a vending machine? Tag them below. Let’s help Jonah grow.

What is your favorite snack? Jonah loves pop tarts!

04/13/2026

Today we’re celebrating some meaningful staff milestones at eitas.

3 years:
Cassandra Clifford
Tiffany Goodier-Davis
Natalie Hines
Brooke Keith

1 year:
Cheryl Steiner

Our staff show up every day with care, dedication, and heart.

Each year represents relationships built, trust earned, and real impact.

Thank you for the work you do and the difference you make. We are grateful to have you on the eitas team. 💛

04/11/2026

Top 3 reasons to apply to be a Support Coordinator at eitas:

1. Your work has real impact

Help individuals with intellectual disabilities access services, navigate systems, and connect to housing, employment, and community resources.

2. Strong support + flexibility

Starting at $23/hour, great benefits, generous time off, and hybrid work after 90 days.

3. A team that works together

Join a team that values communication, collaboration, and showing up for each other.

This role is focused on coordination, problem-solving, and building connections that help people move forward.

What you need:
• Bachelor’s degree (any field) or RN license
• Human services experience preferred
• Candidates within 90 days of graduating may apply
• Reliable transportation required

Apply by April 18:
https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/portal/6E8D32D94A75765E3C066AD2AE2A32DC/jobs/277372

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