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www.easterseals-swfl.org This means keeping ahead of the needs of our clients is a must.

Since 1946, Easterseals Southwest Florida and the Happiness House has supported individuals with disabilities to live their best lives and be engaged in their communities. On day one, the people of our compassionate, caring nonprofit have offered help and hope to children and adults with disabilities, working to ensure all abilities of all ages have the opportunity to shine. Easterseals Happiness House excels in innovating, seeking creative solutions and anticipating the changing needs of those we serve. This commitment to quality and support has led to the creation of a range of beneficial programs and services designed to make a tangible and positive impact for our clients and students. From child development, autism, family support and veteran services to artistic expression, therapeutic, diagnostic, and educational delivery, we now offer a variety of ways to help people with disabilities and their families address life’s challenges, achieve personal goals, and feel included and valued in everything they do.

02/23/2026

Thank you to the William G. and Marie Selby Foundation for visiting Easterseals Southwest Florida to see the exciting progress on the Malcolm Family Autism Center of Excellence.

Your partnership and belief in this project are helping us build a space where children and families will receive transformative therapy, education, and support for years to come. We are grateful for your continued investment in expanding access and opportunity in our community.

02/20/2026

Welcome to Lily Preschool at Easterseals! 🖍️

Lily Preschool is a licensed, inclusive early learning program for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years. Through Creative Curriculum and hands-on experiences, we help children build confidence, curiosity, language skills, and healthy habits, while encouraging creativity and a love of learning.

From VPK and field trips to art and community-based learning, Lily Preschool helps every child start strong and shine bright. Learn more about the program online > https://easterseals-swfl.org/our-programs/early-childhood-development/.

02/19/2026

💛🧡💙 80 Years of Impact – A Look Back On Our History

As part of our 80th Anniversary monthly history series, we’re stepping back to a milestone moment in our story.

On December 14, 1947, our organization officially became the Happiness House Clinic & School. This name reflected a growing vision for care, learning, and opportunity for children and families in our community.

Nearly eight decades later, that same commitment continues to guide Easterseals Southwest Florida as we empower individuals and families to shine – today and for generations to come. 💙

Discover more of our moments in history: https://easterseals-swfl.org/about-us/

02/18/2026

The Easterseals Southwest Florida 80th Anniversary Gala Chance Raffle is officially LIVE. And you don’t have to attend the Gala to take part or win!

Make a statement while making an impact with a chance to win a Three-Stone Rhodolite Garnet & Diamond Ring:
💍 Appraised at $7,500
🎟️ $100 per ticket | Only 250 tickets available
📍 No need to be present to win

This stunning ring showcases a 5.54-carat cushion-cut rhodolite garnet, framed by trapezoid diamonds in 14K white and yellow gold – classic, elegant, and unforgettable.

Every bid and raffle ticket supports life-changing programs at Easterseals Southwest Florida. Don’t miss your chance to win big while giving back. 💛🧡💙

Enter the raffle and make an impact. 👉 https://onecau.se/80thgala26

02/18/2026

Just a reminder that our Veterans and First Responders Coffee Social at Easterseals Ranch is coming up next week on Monday, February 23. There is no need to register, just come out and enjoy time together. We look forward to seeing you there!

02/17/2026

Just a reminder that our Veterans and First Responders Coffee Social at Easterseals Ranch is coming up next week on February 23. There is no need to register, just come out and enjoy time together. We look forward to seeing you there!

02/14/2026

Happy Valentine’s Day from Easterseals Southwest Florida 💖

Today is all about love, and we are so grateful for the hearts that make our mission possible. From our families and participants to our donors, volunteers, and partners, your care and compassion help create brighter futures every day.

Thank you for sharing the love and helping us empower individuals and families to shine.💛🧡💙

02/12/2026

🐴 Volunteers Needed at Easterseals Ranch 🐴

Make a meaningful difference at our 62-acre Easterseals Ranch in Nokomis, where volunteers support hippotherapy, therapeutic riding, and equine-assisted learning for children and adults receiving physical, occupational, and speech therapy.

From helping during sessions to supporting riders and horses, your time helps build confidence, skills, and independence. 💛🧡💙

No horse experience needed. Learn more about this opportunity 👉 https://easterseals-swfl.org/support-us/volunteer-opportunities/

02/12/2026

We have multiple FREE Autism Screenings coming up for the community for children age birth to 5-years-old.
-Monday, February 16 from 2-6pm at Easterseals Ranch
-Monday, February 23 from 4-7pm at Easterseals Main Campus
-Thursdays, March 5, April 2, May 7 and June 4 from 2-5pm at APC Pediatrics
Early identification opens the door to support, services, and hope. Register here: https://tinyurl.com/dhmdfzs7

02/10/2026

🚧 Construction Update: Malcolm Family Autism Center of Excellence

We’re making exciting progress on our campus! After nearly 80 years of serving our community, Easterseals Southwest Florida is expanding to meet the growing need for our programs and services.

These photos show the current buildout of the new Malcolm Family Autism Center of Excellence and campus improvements that will create more space, better access, and a more inclusive place for the families we serve. 💛🧡💙

02/09/2026

On the final day at Easterseals Ranch for the town Town Square University Parkway retreat, caregivers slowed down, grounded themselves, and met the horses with presence and intention. In the quiet and the cold, leadership showed up not through force, but through trust, calm energy, and relationship. A powerful reminder that caregiving is sacred work and no one walks this path alone.

02/09/2026

We’re thankful to the Town Square University Parkway caregivers who placed their trust in us at Easterseals Ranch as part of their multi-day caregivers retreat. Though the air was cold, the morning was rich with connection, support, and the rare opportunity to feel truly seen. Horses are incredibly sensitive to energy, posture, and emotion, helping caregivers regulate stress in real time through grounding, calm communication, and mindful movement.

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